SOURCES OF

SYNONYMY IN
ENGLISH.
EUPHEMISMS.
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Synonyms are words that have similar meanings and
can be used interchangeably in a given language.
They can come from various sources, including:
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Synonyms can also be classified based on

their differences in denotation,
connotation, and application

. For example, the difference in denotation

can be seen in the range of meaning a
word covers, while the difference in
connotation refers to the emotional or
attitudinal associations a word carries.
EUPHEMISM
Definition and Examples
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WHAT DOES EUPHEMISM MEAN?

• Euphemisms (French: euphémisme) are polite words or phrases that are used to
replace offensive or impolite words. Put another way, a euphemism is an indirect
expression for whatever you say.
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EUPHEMISMS ARE
MULTIPURPOSE PHRASES USED
TO:

• Mask the meaning of something

• Blunt the meaning to reduce the sting

• Amuse others or be sarcastic

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THREE USE CASES OF

EUPHEMISMS:
• To reduce the impact • Be sarcastic or amusing
of or downplay • Discuss taboo, upsetting,
something or sensitive issues
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EXAMPLES OF
EUPHEMISMS
When a friend passes away, you never say “they died.” You try to reduce
the impact by saying “passed away” or other synonyms such as “lost their
life,” “breathed their last,” “dearly departed,” and so on.
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