A mild substitute for an unpleasant word is-

A

Denotation

B

Euphemism

C

Aphorism

D

Idiom

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Correct answer: Euphemism

Euphemism ব্যাখ্যা:

  • Definition: A mild or pleasant way of referring to something unpleasant.

  • English meaning: A figure of speech which stands for a pleasant or inoffensive expression.

  • Bangla meaning: অস্বাভাবিক, কঠোর বা কর্কশ শব্দের বদলে কোমল, মৃদু বা শ্রুতিমধুর শব্দের ব্যবহার।

  • Purpose: Polite, mild phrases used to soften sad, uncomfortable, or harsh statements.

  • Usage: Commonly used in everyday speech to soften difficult or sensitive situations.

Examples:

  • “Kick the bucket” → euphemism for death of a person

  • “Curvy” → euphemism for overweight

Other options:

  • Denotation: A direct, specific meaning as distinct from an implied or associated idea.

  • Aphorism: A pithy observation containing a general truth.

  • Idiom: A group of words in a fixed order that has a particular meaning different from the meanings of the individual words.

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