(especially of color, sounds, taste, etc.) Adverb for subtle or muted in nature
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Adverb for tactful and considerate
“Soup delicately flavoured with nutmeg.”
Done with meticulousness and extreme attention to detail
In a sweet manner
“The delicate summer breeze would float in through the open window.”
In a graceful manner
In a careful or cautious manner
In a weak, feeble or helpless manner
“His delicate health remains an ongoing concern for his family.”
In a kind or thoughtful manner
Adverb for very fine in texture or structure, especially of intricate workmanship or quality
“The crinkles in the gold leaf highlight the delicate texture of lace.”
Adverb for easily broken or damaged
“Luckily, the bull also turned right towards the furniture section rather than the more delicate china and porcelain.”
Adverb for fastidious and hard to please
“Are you up to the challenge of catering to Maria's delicate palate?”
Adverb for requiring sensitive or careful handling
“Extreme care and discretion must be exercised in the handling of this very delicate issue.”
(especially of color, sounds, taste, etc.) Adverb for subtle or muted in nature
“The trend in fashion appears to be moving towards more delicate colors.”
Adverb for skillful, deft and finely judged
“It takes a steady hand and delicate skill to perform this maneuver.”
(of, or with, an instrument) Adverb for characterized by high sensitivity and accuracy
“Delicate measurements of this sort can only be achieved using the latest medical technology.”
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