verb (used without object), eu·phe·mized, eu·phe·miz·ing. to employ euphemism. Also especially British, eu·phe·mise .

What is the meaning of euphemize?

To euphemize is to refer to something bad or offensive in softer, vaguer terms: in other words, with a euphemism. Euphemisms are words that cushion the blow of reality, allowing us to avoid an unpleasant word or topic. Saying passed away instead of died is using a euphemism, which can also be called euphemizing.

Is euphemisation a word?

eu·phe·mize

v.tr. To speak of or refer to by means of a euphemism. To use euphemisms.