euphemism

US /ˈjuː.fə.mɪ.zəm/
UK /ˈjuː.fə.mɪ.zəm/
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eufemismo

a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing.

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'Passed away' is a euphemism for 'died'.
'Falleció' es un eufemismo de 'murió'.
Using a euphemism can soften the impact of bad news.
Usar un eufemismo puede suavizar el impacto de las malas noticias.