What is a euphemism? (1 point)

Question

• the substitution of an interesting or creative word in the place of one that might be too common or boring
• the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive word in place of one that might be harsh or unpleasant
• a phrase used to signal negative feelings about a topic without explicitly stating anything negative
• a phrase used to convey meaning about a forbidden topic without making clear what is being discussed

Answer 1

A euphemism is the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive word in place of one that might be harsh or unpleasant.