delicate synonyms

delicate

modif.

  1. Dainty

    fragile, frail, fine; see dainty 1. See syn. study at dainty.

  2. Sickly

    susceptible, in delicate health, feeble; see sick, weak 1.

  3. Needing careful handling

    touchy, ticklish, sensitive, precarious; see dangerous 1, unstable 2.

  4. Having fine sensibilities

    gentle, tactful, sensitive, fastidious; see careful, refined 2, tactful.

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