When Moses' teacher called him a "troubled youth" instead of a "juvenile delinquent" she was using a(n)
A) antonym.
B) synonym.
C) euphemism.
D) supportive term.

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The teacher is using a euphemism, which is a mild or indirect word or expression used in place of a harsh or unpleasant one. In this case, instead of calling Moses a "juvenile delinquent," which has a negative connotation, she is calling him a "troubled youth," which is less harsh and more sympathetic.

When Moses' Teacher Called Him a "Troubled Youth" Instead of a "Juvenile