Euphemism

UK  /ˈjuː.fə.mɪ.zəm/ US  /ˈjuː.fə.mɪ.zəm/

By Cambridge Dictionary, euphemism is defined as “a word or phrase used to avoid saying an unpleasant or offensive word” (“Euphemism ”).

Grammarly states that the term euphemism comes from the Greek euphēmismos, meaning “sounding good.” It’s meant to avoid terms sounding “harsh” –  to die, to have sex, to be fat, to be stinking, etc.

Kyle DeGuzman further describes eufemism as “an appropriate expression used in the place of a phrase or words that may be found inappropriate or offensive. Euphemisms are commonly used in daily language and literature to replace language that some may find displeasing” (DeGuzman).