Edulcorating

/ɪˈdʌlkəreɪtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of edulcorate; the act of sweetening or making something more pleasant.

Etymology

From 'edulcorate' with the gerund suffix '-ing,' describing the ongoing action of sweetening or softening something.

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News outlets are often criticized for edulcorating the truth—making harsh realities sound softer than they are.

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