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dysphemism [ˈdɪsfɪˌmɪzəm]
n 1. (Literary & Literary Critical Terms) substitution of a derogatory or offensive word or phrase for an innocuous one 2. (Literary & Literary Critical Terms) the word or phrase so substituted [dys- + euphemism] dysphemistic adj dysphemism 1. a deliberate substitution of a disagreeable, offensive, or disparaging word for an otherwise inoffensive term, as pig for policeman. See also: Language
2. an instance of such substitution. Cf. euphemism. ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
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