Question

\hes an eager beaver\ is an example of a(n) __. a idiom b euphemism which type of word is used when you want to say something in a nice way that might otherwise be considered offensive or inappropriate? a idiom b euphemism saying \that person is kind of excited\ rather than saying \that person is totally obnoxious\ is an example of a(n) __. a idiom b euphemism

Explanation:

First Question:

An idiom is a group of words with a meaning different from the literal meaning of its parts. "He's an eager beaver" is an idiom as it's a common phrase with a non - literal meaning (someone who is very enthusiastic and hard - working). A euphemism is a mild or indirect word used to replace a harsh or unpleasant one, which doesn't fit here.

A euphemism is defined as a word or phrase used to say something in a more pleasant or less offensive way. An idiom is a figurative expression with a non - literal meaning, so the word used to say something in a nice way (to avoid offensiveness) is a euphemism.

Saying "That person is kind of excited" instead of "That person is totally obnoxious" is using a milder, more pleasant way to describe the person, which fits the definition of a euphemism. An idiom is a non - literal phrase with a fixed meaning, so this is a euphemism.

Answer:

A. idiom

Second Question: