politewording
nounUK /pəˈlaɪtˌwɜːdɪŋ/
US /pəˈlaɪtˌwɝːdɪŋ/
Politewording is the way you choose nice words so you do not hurt anyone's feelings.
The teacher used politewording when she told the boy his drawing needed more work.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The practice of replacing harsh words with softer ones in official messages.
The company's politewording in the email made the layoff sound less scary.
3. A style of writing that avoids direct or blunt statements.
His politewording in the letter kept the complaint from sounding angry.
4. The habit of using respectful titles and greetings when speaking.
Politewording like 'please' and 'thank you' makes people feel respected.