Definition Synonyms
Definition of delicate - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
fragileeasily damaged or requiring careful handling
- The delicate vase shattered when it fell.
2.
sensitive situationrequiring tact and diplomacy
- The negotiations were a delicate matter.
3.
skillrequiring precision or skill
- The watchmaker performed delicate repairs.
4.
healthDated of weak health or easily sickDated
- He has a delicate constitution and often falls ill.
5.
exquisitesubtle and refined in appearance or taste
- She wore a delicate lace dress..
6.
aestheticspleasing to the senses or refined
- The perfume had a delicate scent.
Expressions with delicate
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sensitive situation needing careful handling
Negotiating the contract was a delicate business.
gentle way of handling fragile things
She has a delicate touch with old books.
romantic or sexual relationship kept secret
Their romance was a delicate affair, known only to a few close friends.
state where things are stable but easily disturbed
The ecosystem depends on a delicate balance of species.
detect slight differences in taste
He has a delicate palate, noticing every spice in the dish.
under circumstances that are sensitive and require careful behavior or speech
She spoke quietly, already in a delicate situation with her manager.
pregnant and needing special care
She is in a delicate condition and needs rest.
Origin of delicate
Latin, delicatus (dainty)
Terms with delicate included in their meaning
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appearance
pleasing to look at, sometimes in a delicate or graceful way
delicate color
soft and delicate pink color
infant footwear
shoe designed for infants' delicate feet
cleaning
fabric designed for cleaning delicate items like glasses or screens
small sandwich
small, delicate sandwich served as a snack or appetizer
physical weakness
physically weak and delicate
textiles
delicate fabric made of yarn or thread in an open weblike pattern
painting hue
pale delicate color
stationery
delicate paper used for special purposes
packaging
thin paper used for wrapping delicate items
wiping
soft pad for wiping delicate surfaces
touch
in a gentle or delicate way
appearance
delicate or slender in build
fragility
quality of being delicate or fragile
delicate appearance
delicacy in appearance or structure
food
type of crab with sweet, delicate meat found in cold waters
skill
skillful and delicate handling
effectiveness
with delicate or understated effectiveness
snack
small sandwich with delicate fillings served at afternoon tea
thin and fragile
extremely thin, sometimes also very delicate or fragile
delicate situation
requiring careful handling
appearance
appearing frail or delicate
metaphorical
delicate state where small changes can disturb equilibrium between things
thinness
quality of being very thin or delicate
Examples of delicate in a sentence
The delicate flowers wilted quickly in the heat. Handling the client's complaint was a delicate task. The peace talks were at a delicate stage. The artist's delicate brushwork was admired by all. Handling the antique vase required a delicate touch. Her delicate health kept her home during flu season.
The doctor monitored the delicate child closely. The delicate china was carefully packed. His delicate features were admired by all. Her dress was made of a delicate fabric that shimmered.
View all translations of delicate
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- French:fragile, sensible, ...
- German:zerbrechlich, heikel, ...
- Italian:delicato, raffinato, ...
- Spanish:frágil, sensible, ...
- Portuguese:delicado, sensível, ...
- Chinese:脆弱的, 微妙的, ...
- Japanese:壊れやすい, 慎重を要する, ...
- Arabic:هَش, حَسَّاس, ...
- Hebrew:שָׁבִיר, רָגִישׁ, ...
- Russian:хрупкий, тонкий, ...
- Ukrainian:делікатний, чутливий, ...
- Hindi:नाज़ुक, संवेदनशील, ...
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