1) An expression so substituted 2) Calling a jaguar xk a jalopy 3) Expression 4) French word used in English 5) Locution 6) Saying
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1) Jalopy
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A dysphemism is an expression with connotations that are offensive either about the denotatum (the object referred to by the linguistic expression) or to the audience, or both. Dysphemisms contrast with neutral or euphemistic expressions. Like euphemism, dysphemism is sometimes motivated by feelings such as fear and distaste, though it may also be...
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replacement of an inoffensive by an offensive word
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The substitution of a neutral or positive word/phrase with a replacement word/phrase that has a more negative/pesimistic effect. The opposite or inverse of a dysphemism is euphemism. Both are widely used in press and public relations communications. Extreme examples are unethical at best, and criminally dishonest at worst
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dysphemism, dysphemia 1. The deliberate substitution of an offensive expression for a neutral one. 2. An offensive expression deliberately substituted for a neutral one. 3. Any impairment in the ability to speak. 4. Disordered phonation (producing vocal sounds), articulation, or hearing resulting from emotional or mental deficits.
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A term with negative associations for something in reality fairly innocuous or inoffensive.
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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`
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the substitution of a harsh, disparaging, or unpleasant expression for a more neutral one. · an expression so substituted.
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