Euphemism vs. Innuendo
Difference Between Euphemism and Innuendo
Euphemismnoun
(uncountable) The use of a word or phrase to replace another with one that is considered less offensive, blunt or vulgar than the word or phrase which it replaces.
Innuendonoun
A derogatory hint or reference to a person or thing. An implication, intimation or insinuation.
She made a devious innuendo about her husband, who was embarrassed.Euphemismnoun
(countable) A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way.
Innuendonoun
(logic) A rhetorical device with an omitted, but obvious conclusion, made to increase the force of an argument.
Euphemismnoun
an inoffensive expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive
Innuendonoun
(legal) Part of a pleading in cases of libel and slander, pointing out what and who was meant by the libellous matter or description.
Innuendoverb
To interpret (something libellous or slanderous) in terms of what was implied.
Innuendonoun
an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
