What does paradiastole mean?
Paradiastole means (rhetoric) A form of euphemism in which a positive synonym is substituted for a negative word..
Paradiastole
/ˌpɛrədaɪˈæstəli/ · noun
Meaning
(rhetoric) A form of euphemism in which a positive synonym is substituted for a negative word..
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Synonyms for paradiastole
Antonyms for paradiastole
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Word Forms
- paradiastoles
Usage Notes
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