Euphemism

B2 16+

Synonyms of euphemism

Antonyms of euphemism

Collocations of euphemism

pass away
Frequency: 70 %

She passed away peacefully in her sleep.

let go
Frequency: 60 %

The company had to let go of several employees due to budget cuts.

under the weather
Frequency: 50 %

I'm feeling a bit under the weather today, so I think I'll stay home.

passed on
Frequency: 45 %

He passed on his father's antique watch to his son.

kick the bucket
Frequency: 40 %

He always joked about kicking the bucket when he turned 90.

Idiomatic Expressions for euphemism

  • Phrase: kick the bucket
    Meaning: to die
    Usage: Using euphemisms like 'kick the bucket' can soften the blow of discussing death.