What does dysphemistic mean?
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Princeton's WordNet
dysphemistic, offensiveadjective
substitute a harsher or distasteful term for a mild one
"`nigger' is a dysphemistic term for `African-American'"
Wiktionary
dysphemisticadjective
Of, pertaining to, or being a dysphemism
Wikipedia
dysphemistic
A dysphemism is an expression with connotations that are derogatory either about the subject matter or to the audience. Dysphemisms contrast with neutral or euphemistic expressions. Dysphemism may be motivated by fear, distaste, hatred, contempt, or humour.
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dysphemistic
Dysphemistic refers to the use of derogatory or negative expressions instead of pleasant or neutral ones. It involves the choice of words or phrases to refer to something in a disparaging or demeaning manner. The aim of dysphemism is typically to criticize, insult, or convey disrespect or disdain.
Usage in printed sourcesFrom:
- [["1910","1"],["1948","1"],["1949","1"],["1951","5"],["1962","5"],["1963","2"],["1964","24"],["1968","2"],["1969","14"],["1971","1"],["1974","1"],["1975","5"],["1976","4"],["1977","1"],["1978","1"],["1979","1"],["1980","10"],["1981","5"],["1982","19"],["1983","3"],["1985","12"],["1986","3"],["1987","13"],["1988","1"],["1989","2"],["1990","35"],["1991","225"],["1992","65"],["1993","10"],["1994","2"],["1995","5"],["1996","8"],["1997","23"],["1998","12"],["1999","12"],["2000","6"],["2001","47"],["2002","8"],["2003","17"],["2004","25"],["2005","12"],["2006","143"],["2007","15"],["2008","62"]]
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of dysphemistic in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of dysphemistic in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
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