Meaning & Definition of Delicacy in English
English⟶
Delicacy
/dɛləkəsi/
noun
1. The quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance
- "The daintiness of her touch"
- "The fineness of her features"
synonym:
- daintiness,
- delicacy,
- fineness
2. Something considered choice to eat
synonym:
- dainty,
- delicacy,
- goody,
- kickshaw,
- treat
3. Refined taste
- Tact
synonym:
- delicacy,
- discretion
4. Smallness of stature
synonym:
- delicacy,
- slightness
5. Lack of physical strength
synonym:
- fragility,
- delicacy
6. Subtly skillful handling of a situation
synonym:
- delicacy,
- diplomacy,
- discreetness,
- finesse
7. Lightness in movement or manner
synonym:
- airiness,
- delicacy