Exquise (en. Exquisite)

/ɛk.skwiz/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Which is of remarkable perfection or delicacy.

The presentation of this dish is truly exquisite.

La présentation de ce plat est vraiment exquise.

Refers to a taste or quality that is particularly refined.

This wine has an exquisite aroma.

Ce vin a un arôme exquise.

That provokes admiration for its finesse or beauty.

His talent for music is exquisite.

Son talent pour la musique est exquise.

From Latin 'exquisitus', past participle of 'exquirere' which means 'to seek out' or 'to eliminate' to keep only the best.

an exquisite taste

A particularly fine or pleasant taste.

un goût exquiste

an exquisite beauty

A beauty of great delicacy and admiration.

une beauté exquise

an exquisite scent

A scent of remarkable quality or finesse.

un parfum exquise

exquisitely

Exquisitely, with delicacy.

exquisément

exquisiteness

Quality of being exquisite.

exquisité

exquisite

Masculine form of the word exquisite, also meaning of great beauty.

exquis

Superb or impressive in an informal context.

This party is exquisite!

Cette fête est exquise !

To describe something particularly pleasant or delicious.

This dessert is exquisite!

Ce dessert est exquise !