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   delicate

   /ˈdɛlɪkət/

   adjective

   • 1. very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality: "a delicate lace shawl" Similar fineexquisiteintricatedaintyairyelegantgracefulflimsygauzyfilmyfloatygossamerdiaphanouschiffonysilkywispythininsubstantialpaperyOpposite crudecoarse
   • ▪ (of colour) subtle and subdued: "delicate pastel shades" Similar subtlesoftsubduedmutedpastelpalelightOpposite boldvibrantlurid
   • ▪ (of food or drink) subtly and pleasantly flavoured: "a delicate, sweet flavour"
   • 2. easily broken or damaged; fragile: "delicate china" Similar fragilebreakableeasily broken/damagedfrailfrangibleeggshellOpposite strongdurable
   • ▪ susceptible to illness or adverse conditions: "his delicate health" Similar sicklyin poor healthunhealthyvaletudinarianfrailfeebleweakweaklydebilitatedunwellinfirmailingpoorlyinformal:neshOpposite healthystrongrobust
   • ▪ (of a state or condition) easily upset or affected: "owls have a delicate balance with their habitat"
   • 3. requiring sensitive or careful handling: "delicate negotiations" Similar difficulttrickysensitiveticklishawkwardproblematicproblematicaltouchypricklycontroversialemotiveembarrassinginformal:stickydiceyOpposite uncontroversial
   • ▪ tactful and considerate: "a delicate approach is needed" Similar carefulconsideratesensitivetactfuldiplomaticdiscreetgentlekid-glovesoftly-softlyOpposite ineptclumsyinsensitive
   • ▪ skilful and finely judged; deft: "his delicate ball-playing skills" Similar deftdexterousskilledskilfulexpertfinely judgedadeptadroitneatslickinformal:niftyOpposite clumsyinept
   • ▪ (of an instrument) highly sensitive. Similar sensitiveprecisionpreciseaccurateexact

   noun

   • 1. a delicate fabric or garment: informal "the delicates cycle of a washing machine"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘delightful, charming’): from French délicat or Latin delicatus, of unknown origin. Senses also expressed in Middle English (now obsolete) include ‘voluptuous’, ‘self-indulgent’, ‘fastidious’, and ‘effeminate’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. delicateness noun

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   a situation, matter, etc. that needs to be dealt with carefully in order to avoid trouble or offence: I need to speak to you about a delicate matter. See more. delicate adjective (ACCURATE)

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   : pleasing to the sense of taste or smell especially in a mild or subtle way. a delicate aroma. a robust wine will dominate delicate dishes. c. : marked by daintiness or charm of color, lines, or proportions. a delicate floral print. an ample tear trilled down her delicate cheek William Shakespeare. d.

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   fine or precise in action or execution; capable of responding to the slightest influence: a delicate instrument. Synonyms: true, accurate, precise, exact. requiring great care, caution, or tact: a delicate international situation. Synonyms: tricky, touchy, sensitive. distinguishing subtle differences: a delicate sense of smell. a delicate eye;

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   If something is delicate, it is easy to harm, damage, or break, and needs to be handled or treated carefully. Although the coral looks hard, it is very delicate. ...a washing machine catering for every fabric–even the most delicate. Synonyms: fragile, weak, frail, brittle More Synonyms of delicate.

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   Delicate things, like a flower, a necklace, or someone’s feelings are fragile, easily broken, and often quite beautiful. A delicate situation. A delicate balance.

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   adj. 1. Pleasing to the senses, especially in a subtle way: a delicate flavor; a delicate violin passage. 2. a. Easily broken or damaged: a kite too delicate to fly. b. Exquisitely fine or dainty: delicate china. See Synonyms at exquisite. c. Frail in constitution or health. 3. a.

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   adjective. /ˈdelɪkət/ easily damaged or broken synonym fragile. delicate china teacups. The eye is one of the most delicate organs of the body. the delicate ecological balance of the rainforest. Babies have very delicate skin. a cool wash cycle for delicate fabrics. Extra Examples. Oxford Collocations Dictionary. Take your English to the next level