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delicate

The word “delicate” has 3 syllables: del-i-cate

It's pronounced as /ˈdɛlɪkət/

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In the thesaurus, “delicate” has 358 synonyms and 229 antonyms.

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Meanings of delicate

  • noun
    1. A delicate item of clothing, especially underwear or lingerie.
    2. A choice dainty; a delicacy.
    3. A delicate, luxurious, or effeminate person.
  • adjective
    1. Easily damaged or requiring careful handling.
    2. Characterized by a fine structure or thin lines.
    3. Intended for use with fragile items.
    4. Refined; gentle; scrupulous not to trespass or offend; considerate; said of manners, conduct, or feelings.
    5. Of weak health; easily sick; unable to endure hardship.
    6. Unwell, especially because of having drunk too much alcohol.
    7. Addicted to pleasure; luxurious; voluptuous; alluring.
    8. Pleasing to the senses; refined; adapted to please an elegant or cultivated taste.
    9. Slight and shapely; lovely; graceful.
    10. Light, or softly tinted; said of a colour.
    11. Of exacting tastes and habits; dainty; fastidious.
    12. Highly discriminating or perceptive; refinedly critical; sensitive; exquisite.
    13. Affected by slight causes; showing slight changes.

Example Sentences

  • The glass vase is very delicate, so handle it carefully.
  • She has a delicate voice that is soft and pleasant to hear.
  • The doctor performed a delicate operation that required great precision.
  • The butterfly’s wings are thin and delicate.
  • They discussed a delicate issue that needed careful attention.

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