mildexpression
nounUK /maɪld ɪkˈspreʃən/
US /maɪld ɪkˈspreʃən/
A mild expression is a gentle way of saying something that could sound harsh.
Instead of saying he was lazy, she used the mild expression that he liked to take it easy.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A facial look that is calm and not strong or angry.
Her mild expression hid how worried she really felt.
3. A word or phrase used to make a bad thing sound less serious.
Calling the storm 'a bit of weather' was a mild expression.
4. A way of writing that avoids strong or shocking language.
The report used mild expressions so younger readers would not be upset.