Youthemism
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Youthemism is a noun meaning (slang, rare) A euphemism that is used to appeal to older individuals, to make them feel younger.
Meaning
(slang, rare) A euphemism that is used to appeal to older individuals, to make them feel younger.
Example Sentences
FRIG: A “youthemism” to be used only when little old ladies are present. Considered a little .
We should seek to convert the American from the search for cosmetic "youthemisms" for growing old such as "Golden Agers" to acceptance of old age's vicissitudes, inevitability, and pleasures. The union program for the laborer begins with the .
Word Forms
- youthemisms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include youthenizing, younghood, genteelism, puppyism, juvenilism, youthfulness.
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