phem

saying, speech

Usage

  • euphemism

    A euphemism is a polite synonym or expression that people use to avoid talking directly about something that might be unpleasant or embarrassing.

  • blaspheme

    utter obscenities or profanities

  • blasphemous

    grossly irreverent toward what is held to be sacred

  • blasphemy

    blasphemous language (expressing disrespect for God or for something sacred)

  • euphemistic

    substituting a mild term for a harsher or distasteful one

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