GRE Word List

EUPHEMISM

the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant

The meaning of the word euphemism is the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant.

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WordMeaning
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
riddlea mystifying, misleading, or puzzling question posed as a problem to be solved or guessed : conundrum
eccentricitythe quality or state of being eccentric
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
regattaa rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races
thriveto grow vigorously : flourish
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
sluggarda habitually lazy person
prudentcharacterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: such as