politerewording
nounUK /pəˈlaɪt ˌriːˈwɜːdɪŋ/
US /pəˈlaɪt ˌriˈwɝːdɪŋ/
Saying something in a nicer way so it does not sound rude.
The teacher used politerewording to tell the boy his answer was wrong without hurting his feelings.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Changing a harsh or blunt phrase into a more respectful one.
Politerewording turned 'You are wrong' into 'You might want to check that again.'
3. The habit of choosing gentle words to avoid upsetting someone.
Her politerewording made the bad news easier to hear.
4. A way of restating a rule or request so it sounds friendly.
With some politerewording, the sign changed from 'Keep out' to 'Please enjoy the garden from the path.'