I need a word that sounds nice, but has negative meaning.
eg. fiasco = total failure
(needs to be a real word)
2007-03-15 02:08:12 · 7 answers · asked by rewtrash 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
entropy - Inevitable and steady deterioration of a system or society.
2007-03-15 02:17:34 · answer #1 · answered by mailler_mike 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A word that avoids the sound of a terrible word is called a euphemism. A total failure could be called an unsuccessful attempt.
2007-03-15 02:24:42 · answer #2 · answered by whatever 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Unabridged (v 1.1)
Inglorious:
in·glo·ri·ous Pronunciation [in-glawr-ee-uhs, -glohr-]
–adjective
1. shameful; disgraceful: inglorious retreat.
2. not famous or honored.
2007-03-15 02:23:07 · answer #3 · answered by fdm215 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Putrifaction - rotting
cavalier - offhand, arrogant
fatuous - silly.
Three for the price of one.
2007-03-15 03:07:00 · answer #4 · answered by elflaeda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nefarious = flagrantly wicked or impious
2007-03-15 04:43:48 · answer #5 · answered by kgforaingeal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Abomination = intense aversion or loathing!
2007-03-15 02:13:02 · answer #6 · answered by Peta G 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
beguile--to lure (as into a trap)
2007-03-15 02:17:38 · answer #7 · answered by greylady 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋