DELICATE
(adj., adj.sat, noun)
There are 10 meanings of the word
Delicate.
Definitions
How to pronounce delicate:
US
Delicate - as an adjective
Exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury
Example: "A delicate violin passage"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
Delicate - as an adjective satellite
Marked by great skill especially in meticulous technique
Example: "A surgeon's delicate touch"
Easily broken or damaged or destroyed
Example: "A kite too delicate to fly safely"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Developed with extreme delicacy and subtlety
Example: "The satire touches with finespun ridicule every kind of human pretense"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Difficult to handle; requiring great tact
Example: "Delicate negotiations with the big powers"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Of an instrument or device; capable of registering minute differences or changes precisely
Example: "Almost undetectable with even the most delicate instruments"
Delicate - as a noun
A delicate item of clothing, especially underwear or lingerie.
Example: "Don't put that in with your jeans: it's a delicate!"
A choice dainty; a delicacy.
A delicate, luxurious, or effeminate person.
Example Sentences
"She carefully unwrapped the delicate china teacup."
"The delicate flower petals were easily crushed."
"The delicate lace curtains added a touch of elegance to the room."
"His delicate touch on the piano keys created a beautiful melody."
"The delicate fabric of the silk dress required special care when washing."
Word Game Points
Is DELICATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, delicate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DELICATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is DELICATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, delicate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDELICATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is DELICATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, delicate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDELICATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.