Associations to the word «Dysphemism»
Wiktionary
DYSPHEMISM, noun. (uncountable) The use of a derogatory, offensive or vulgar word or phrase to replace a (more) neutral original.
DYSPHEMISM, noun. (countable) A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way.
Dictionary definition
DYSPHEMISM, noun. An offensive or disparaging expression that is substituted for an inoffensive one; "his favorite dysphemism was to ask for axle grease when he wanted butter".
Wise words
The right word may be effective, but no word was ever as
effective as a rightly timed pause.