English Synonym Finder

delicate

Definitions

Easily broken, damaged, or destroyed; fragile.

Requiring sensitive or careful handling; tactful.

Finely made or intricate in texture or appearance.

Examples

The antique vase was so delicate that it had to be handled with extreme care.

She has a delicate touch when playing the piano, making the music sound ethereal.

The situation is quite delicate, so we must choose our words very carefully.

Synonyms

fragile frail dainty fine subtle slight tender

Antonyms

robust sturdy strong tough durable coarse resilient