VOA慢速英语:Why Americans Use Euphemisms

conceal – v. to prevent disclosure or recognition of

euphemism – n. a mild or pleasant word or phrase that is used instead of one that is unpleasant or offensive

creative – adj. having or showing an ability to make new things or think of new ideas

taboo – adj. not acceptable to talk about or do

sensitive – adj. likely to cause people to become upset

condolence – n. a feeling or expression of sympathy and sadness especially when someone is suffering because of the death of a family member, a friend, etc.

euthanize – v. to kill or permit the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy

veterinarian – n. a person qualified and authorized to practice veterinary medicine

entrepreneurial – adj. a person who starts a business and is willing to risk loss in order to make money​

mythology – n. the myths or stories of a particular group or culture