Features of Euphemism and Dysphemism

Abstract

This article examines the phenomena of euphemism and dysphemism, which is one of the most topical areas of linguistics. Although the linguistic possibilities of the English languages have created ample conditions for the formation of euphemism and dysphemism, the concept of dysphemism has not been studied as widely as euphemism. Also, the main function and characteristics of these phenomena of linguistics are explored in the article.