delicate

UK:*UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈdɛlɪkət/US:USA pronunciation: IPA and respellingUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈdɛlɪkɪt/ ,USA pronunciation: respelling(deli kit)


delicate
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Sense: Adjective: dainty
Synonyms:
dainty, fragile Collocations, frail Collocations, fine Collocations, breakable, flimsy Collocations, brittle Collocations, friable, feeble Collocations, petite, diaphanous, tender Collocations
Sense: Adjective: having fine sensibilities
Synonyms:
sensitive Collocations, gentle Collocations, tactful, fastidious, fussy Collocations, selective, careful Collocations, refined Collocations, discerning, scrupulous, discreet, diplomatic, thoughtful Collocations
Sense: Adjective: subtle
Synonyms:
subtle Collocations, mellow Collocations, subdued Collocations, understated, muted, soft Collocations, faint Collocations, pastel, tenuous
Sense: Adjective: ornate
Synonyms:
ornate, fine Collocations, elegant Collocations, exquisite Collocations, intricate Collocations, finely-wrought
Sense: Adjective: sickly
Synonyms:
sickly, susceptible Collocations, in delicate health, feeble Collocations, sick Collocations, weak Collocations, in poor health, vulnerable Collocations, ailing Collocations
Sense: Adjective: requiring tact
Synonyms:
sensitive Collocations, precarious, tricky Collocations, dangerous Collocations, unstable, vulnerable Collocations, fragile Collocations, difficult Collocations, prickly, thorny, touchy Collocations (informal), sticky Collocations (informal)


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