half-assed euphemism

A poorly phrased or misspoken euphemism for comedic intent, or an unintended Freudian slip.

"Timmy is differently disabled" or "Susan has another bun in the uterus" are half-assed euphemisms.

A half-assed euphemism is a half-assed euphemism for a misspoken euphemism.

by Vizaeryon November 19, 2019

Euphemism

Sometimes spelled with an f, as in eufemism.

Trying to make the mean things you say sound nicer (example 2) or making a mild comment you make sound even worse by adding you were just using an euphemism (example 1).

1.
Jack: o my God, I really hate that Grace-woman! Why is she coming over instead of DROPPING DEAD?
Karen: o come on, she's not that bad.
Jack: she is! And I'm telling her, just wait.
Grace: hi guys!
Jack: I'm really sorry, Grace, but I just don't like you very much. And that is really just an euphemism. Bye bye now!
Grace: o my God! I'm outta here!

2.
Pete: okay, well, it's not the best painting in the world...
Joan: yeah, nice euphemism, Pete. This is without a doubt the worst painting I have ever seen. Seriously, even a two-year-old would do a much better job!

by Maresa August 29, 2007

EUphemism

Substitution of a harsher expression like European Union with a kindlier one like EUphemism.

To put it bluntly, do not not use EUphemism.

by Hercolena Oliver March 23, 2009

euphemismic

Having properties like a euphemism, using language that can be associated to euphemisms.

I feel like the book took a more euphemismic approach to explaining the sexual misconduct the young boy had during his promiscuous appetite .

by snowjunky555 February 25, 2010

euphemism

(noun) a euphemism for lies or propaganda

Structural adjustment is a euphemism for a limited state designed to service the market and undermine popular mandates.

by flexicographer April 13, 2021

Euphemisms

Language I am good at using when inventing words here on urbandictionary.com

Do not be afraid to use euphemisms when you want to use vivid language to get yourself understood

by Sexydimma July 23, 2021

Euphemism

"The West"

Hym "It's a euphemism for 'How things work currently.' It works for establishments conservatives (all conservatives) just fine and it works less well for people who aren't incest cultists. It works for establishment liberals (like Destiny) but 'MY friend wants to be chicks with dicks and it doesn't work for her' and it works TOO WELL for the conservatives for their liking. This is their real motivation. It isn't perpetually at risk of being destroyed. It isn't racist. It's either working fine for you or it's not. And the only reason any what's control of it is so that they can people the one who decide who it works for and how it doesn't. You have no principles. You're not moral. You are what you are."

by Hym Iam August 24, 2024