Dysphemism
Dysphemism noun - An offensive or disparaging expression that is substituted for an inoffensive one.
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Synonyms for Dysphemism
Profanity and dysphemism are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Profanity" instead a noun "Dysphemism".
Profanity
Profanity noun - A disrespectful or indecent word or expression.
Dysphemism and profanity are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Dysphemism" with "Profanity", this nouns are similar.
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Obligatory Swearing: This movie has some pretty strong profanity for a PG-13 film, such as multiple uses of the word "pussy" (but being used as a dysphemism for "wuss" instead of female genetalia.) Precision F-Strike: Sinclair.
Source: Film / Ready to Rumble
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