euphemise | (verb) refer to something with a euphemism | Synonyms: euphemize |
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euphemism | (noun) an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh | - |
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euphemistic | (adjective) of or the nature of euphemism | - |
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euphemistically | (adverb) in a euphemistic manner | - |
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euphemize | (verb) refer to something with a euphemism | Synonyms: euphemise |
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fluphenazine | (noun) tranquilizer used to treat psychotic disorders | - |
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upheaval | (noun) disturbance usually in protest | Synonyms: agitation, excitement, hullabaloo, turmoil |
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(noun) (geology) a rise of land to a higher elevation (as in the process of mountain building) | Synonyms: uplift, upthrow, upthrust |
(noun) a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally) | Synonyms: Sturm und Drang, turbulence |
(noun) a violent disturbance | Synonyms: convulsion, turmoil |
upheave | (verb) lift forcefully from beneath | - |
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