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Definitions of dysphemism in various dictionaries:
noun - an offensive or disparaging expression that is substituted for an inoffensive one
DYSPHEMISM - A dysphemism is an expression with connotations that are offensive either about the subject matter or to the audience, or both. Dysphemisms contrast ...
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| Calling a Jaguar XK a jalopy, say |
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| Jul 30 2004 New York Times |
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| a derogatory or unpleasant term used instead of a pleasant or neutral one. |
| an offensive or disparaging expression that is substituted for an inoffensive one |
| A derogatory or unpleasant term used instead of a pleasant or neutral one. |
| The use of a derogatory, offensive or vulgar word or phrase to replace a (more) neutral original. |
| A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way. |
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| A dysphemism is an expression with connotations that are offensive either about the subject matter or to the audience, or both. Dysphemisms contrast with neutral or euphemistic expressions. Dysphemism is sometimes motivated by feelings such as fear, distaste, hatred, and contempt. Worded simply, a dysphemism is a derogatory or unpleasant term used instead of a pleasant or neutral one, such as "loony bin" for "mental hospital". |