delicater

Definitions

A comparative form of delicate, meaning more fine in texture, quality, or construction.

More easily broken, damaged, or hurt; more fragile.

More subtle, refined, or requiring greater care and sensitivity in handling.

Examples

The artisan's work became delicater with every passing year as she refined her technique.

Some argue that the porcelain figurine is delicater than the glass vase, requiring much more careful handling.

Synonyms

finer softer frailer daintier more exquisite more subtle more fragile

Antonyms

coarser rougher sturdier stronger tougher hardier more robust