Euphemism is the polite expression and it is used in the place of words or phrases that are comparatively unpleasant or harsh. In brief, Euphemism reduces the harshness of a particular word or phrase. It replaces the words which are impolite and it is noticeably used in the daily language
Additionally, Euphemism is the idiomatic expression that loses its literal meaning and it is used in the sentences to hide the unpleasantness. The objective of using euphemism in the literature is to convey a message skillfully, so that it cannot be barred due to the social censorship. Writers use this literary device to express something which is embarrassing to say clearly
:Examples
Passed away in the place of died
Relocation center in the place of prison camp
On the streets in the place of homeless
Downsizing in the place of firing
He is not poor, he is economically disadvantaged
She is not fat, she is a curvy woman
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