Euphemizer

/ˈjuːfəmaɪzər/ noun

Definition

A person or thing that euphemizes; one who substitutes mild words for harsh ones.

Etymology

From 'euphemize' + the agent suffix '-er'. This noun form names the active agent performing euphemization, emerging in the 20th century as the practice became more recognized and criticized.

Kelly Says

Politicians are often professional euphemizers—notice how 'invading' becomes 'special military operation' or 'war' becomes 'conflict'? The euphemizer's skill is making terrible things sound manageable, which is why the practice is both necessary and deeply suspicious.

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