Figures of Speech - Euphemism

Question 1

euphemism

Answer 1

• a figure of speech that substitues an agreeable, pleasant expression for one that is offensive or unpleasant

Question 2

when considering euphemisms, consider the following:

Answer 2

• the audience
• who is the audience?
• the author’s intentions
• what is the author’s purpose
• is he or she sincere?