Deodorize and Temper

Deodorize

Deodorize verb - To make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses.
Usage example: the propaganda film attempts to deodorize the dictator's history of human rights abuses
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Synonyms for Deodorize

Temper and deodorize are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Temper" instead a verb "Deodorize".

Temper

Temper verb - Make more temperate, acceptable, or suitable by adding something else; moderate.

Deodorize and temper are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deodorize" instead a verb "Temper".

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Temper and Deodorize. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 14, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/deodorize/temper
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