Delicate Meaning and Definition


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What is the definition Delicate? What is its meaning in the dictionary? Words starting with Delicate, Derivations, Words ending with Delicate, Antonyms, Example sentences, How to pronounce? Related sentences, Synonyms and more...

Delicate meaning

Word: Delicate

How to pronounce: ˈdelɪkɪt

Adjective

Definitions:

1. Very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality.

Example sentences: "A spider's web, strong yet delicate"

2. Easily broken or damaged; fragile.

Example sentences: "Delicate china"

3. Requiring sensitive or careful handling.

Example sentences: "Delicate negotiations"

Noun

Definitions:

1. A delicate fabric or garment made of such fabric.


Synonyms:

fragile

breakable

brittle

frangible

sensitive

touchy

susceptible

perceptive

subtle

wispy

loving

affectionate

balmy

frail

faint

elegant

exquisite

dainty

choice

fine

nice

particular

gentle

tender

considerate

tactful

thin

scrupulous

punctilious

squeamish

rigorous

soft

openwork

tracery

ticklish

tricky

artful

adroit

dodgy

refined

sophisticated

difficult

thorny

uneasy

effeminate

acute

keen

sharp

bland

mild

benign

slender

graceful

skillful

quick

flimsy

hairline

weak

effete

infirm

feeble

choosey

precise

slight

light

exact

accurate

mellow

exacting

fussy

sticky


Antonyms:

flat


Derivations:

delicately

delicacy


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Delicate in Other Languages...

Spanish: Delicado

German: Zart

French: Délicat

Italian: Delicato

Turkish: Hassas


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