Meaning
Easy to break or damage, so it must be touched gently and with care.
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Word origin
From Latin delicatus, meaning dainty or tender.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- delicatus
- English cognates
- delicious
Examples
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Delicate things break easily.
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Delicate can describe something small, fine, and easily hurt.
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A delicate subject needs care because it may upset people.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 32, lesson 11: delicate, entertainment, orphan and 7 more words.