more delicate

Definitions

Requiring greater care, sensitivity, or precision in handling.

Exhibiting a finer, more subtle, or fragile quality in appearance or structure.

Examples

The antique vase is far more delicate than the modern ceramic bowl.

Her skin is more delicate than his, requiring a gentler type of soap.

Synonyms

finer more fragile more exquisite more subtle more dainty more ethereal more refined

Antonyms

coarser sturdier more robust more rugged more durable more substantial tougher