Exquisite

/ˈɛkskwɪzɪt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Extremely beautiful and delicate.
The artist created an exquisite painting that captured the beauty of the landscape.
Intensely felt or expressed.
She felt an exquisite pain in her heart when she heard the news.
Of particular beauty or quality.
The cuisine at the restaurant was exquisite, with flavors that danced on the palate.
Finely crafted, having great detail.
The jeweler presented an exquisite necklace adorned with intricate designs.
Highly subtle or refined.
His performance was marked by exquisite precision and grace.

Etymology

From Latin 'exquisitus', past participle of 'exquire' meaning 'to seek out, to search for'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

exquisite taste:
having a refined sense of what is pleasing, especially in food, art, or fashion.
exquisite pain:
an intense or sharp emotional suffering.
exquisite detail:
fine, meticulous attention to detail.

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Slang Meanings

superb or outstanding in quality
That party was exquisite, I had the time of my life!
impressive or flashy
Her outfit was exquisite, everyone noticed her as soon as she entered.