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US/ˈdel.ɪ.kət/
UK/ˈdel.ɪ.kət/
easy to break or damage; also needing care because it could upset people
In context
Wash this silk shirt by hand because the fabric is very delicate.
Salary is a delicate subject, so don't ask your colleagues about it.
The soup has a delicate flavor of ginger and lemongrass.
Words that go with delicate
adjective + noun
- delicate balanceThere is a delicate balance between work and family.
- delicate situationThe manager handled a delicate situation very well.
- delicate skinBabies have delicate skin that burns easily.
- delicate flavorGreen tea has a delicate flavor.
- delicate matterDivorce is a delicate matter in many families.