英语词汇“delicate”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

delicate

/ˈdɛlɪkət

adjective

1Very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality: a delicate lace shawl...

Your ears are connected to your nose and then to the sinuses by narrow passageways - delicate, intricate structures with a remarkable ability to recover after an infection such as a cold.
The crinkles in the gold leaf highlight the delicate texture of lace, the mottled surface of a pine plank table, or the peeling walls.
When at the click of a button you have the world on your screen, why bother debating the intricate and delicate fabrics our lives?

Synonyms

fine, exquisite, intricate, dainty, airy, elegant, graceful;

flimsy, gauzy, filmy, floaty, gossamer, diaphanous, chiffony, silky, wispy, thin, insubstantial, papery

1.1(Of colour) subtle and subdued: delicate pastel shades...

The colours are dominated by delicate pastels and powdery shades of white, sand, cream and beige.
The brow pencil in Soft Brown is a delicate colour and blended well when it was brushed.
The raspberry vodka is photosensitive so, in contrast to their other flavours, they bottle it in dark glass so it keeps its delicate colour.

Synonyms

subtle, soft, subdued, muted;

pastel, pale, light

1.2(Of food or drink) subtly and pleasantly flavoured: a delicate, sweet flavour...

A fruity, off-dry style from the southerly Pfalz region, this comparatively delicate wine has a pleasantly spicy undertone that would work brilliantly with this dish.
Well done toast on the nose gives way to delicate strawberry and raspberry flavours with hazelnut to finish.
The spotted crab, known for the colorful blue streaks on its shell, as well as its sweet and delicate meat, is famous.

2Easily broken or damaged; fragile: delicate china...

Chemicals from tobacco smoke get into your bloodstream and can damage the delicate blood vessels inside your eye.
Mouth injuries, such as biting the inside of your lip or even brushing too hard and damaging the delicate lining inside your mouth, also seem to bring on canker sores.
The lungs are also delicate and easily damaged if the ventilation is too aggressive.

Synonyms

fragile, breakable, easily broken/damaged, frail, frangible;

eggshell

2.1Susceptible to illness or adverse conditions: his delicate health...

And I never did interview her because I was aware of her delicate health and I wanted to do it properly - to spend an afternoon with her.
These are usually the more delicate plants such as Clematis viticella, which are best with an annual light prune followed by hard pruning every ten years.
Wildlife lovers in Cheshire have drawn up plans to protect the county's animals and delicate plants from future environmental threats.

Synonyms

sickly, in poor health, unhealthy, valetudinarian, frail, feeble, weak, weakly, debilitated;

unwell, infirm, ailing, poorly

Northern English informal nesh

2.2(Of a state or condition) easily upset or affected: owls have a delicate balance with their habitat...

I kept it from you because I didn't want to upset you in your delicate condition.
The wonderful team of nurses cared not only for Lydia, but the delicate state of the family at this time.
Instead, it captures the delicate state of a country at its most vulnerable.

3Requiring sensitive or careful handling: delicate negotiations...

Well, there s land acquisition (always an issue requiring delicate handling) and the cost of paying all those consultants.
She never really knew how to handle delicate situations requiring tact and sincere honesty.
Our readers have suggested the best ways to handle a delicate issue such as outlandish dressing by students in colleges.

Synonyms

difficult, tricky, sensitive, ticklish, awkward, problematic, problematical, touchy, prickly, controversial, emotive, embarrassing

informal sticky, dicey

3.1Tactful and considerate: a delicate approach is needed...

This was no simple affair of the heart, but also a decision which entailed delicate political considerations.
Though he has a high school education, he has been trained to be a specialist here, and he considers his job as delicate as disarming a live bomb.
There has been a really delicate approach to this matter.

Synonyms

careful, considerate, sensitive;

tactful, diplomatic, discreet, gentle, kid-glove, softly-softly

3.2Skilful and finely judged; deft: his delicate ball-playing skills...

He possesses that deft and delicate touch that can transform interesting prose into mesmerising poetry.
He reaches out a hand and with one deft, delicate dart of the fingers rotates my book to face him.
The ladies are developing their newly acquired skills in the delicate art of egg decoration.

Synonyms

deft, dexterous, skilled, skilful, expert, finely judged, adept, adroit, neat, slick

informal nifty

3.3(Of an instrument) highly sensitive.Maintenance instruments are so delicate they have to remain in the shop's controlled environment....

Two antennas will allow the spacecraft to communicate with Earth in any configuration, always having the side hosting delicate instruments away from the Sun.
They gently transferred each minuscule mite to the host bee via the most delicate instrument available: an eyelash mounted to a small stick.

Synonyms

sensitive, precision, precise, accurate, exact

noun informal

A delicate fabric or garment: [as modifier]: the delicates cycle of a washing machine...

It wasn't too long until I discovered her delicates (bras, panties, aerobic outfits, and make-up).
Just make sure that my delicates are washed by hand.
General sorting categories are whites, light colors, bright or deep-colored materials, permanent press, delicates, and clothes for the dry cleaners.

Phrases

in a delicate condition

Derivatives

delicateness

noun ...

It was fantastic and different, somehow managing to bring out the delicateness of fish and the heartiness of stew at the same time.
They were definitely a man's step, not the same delicateness of a woman, but they were definitely muffled, it sounded like a man who naturally walked silently.
It has a delicateness of tone that recalls Debussy.

Origin

Late Middle English (in the sense 'delightful, charming'): from French délicat or Latin delicatus, of unknown origin. Senses also expressed in Middle English (now obsolete) include 'voluptuous', 'self-indulgent', 'fastidious', and 'effeminate'.

单词	delicate
释义	delicate /ˈdɛlɪkət / adjective 1Very fine in texture or structure; of intricate workmanship or quality: a delicate lace shawl... Your ears are connected to your nose and then to the sinuses by narrow passageways - delicate, intricate structures with a remarkable ability to recover after an infection such as a cold. The crinkles in the gold leaf highlight the delicate texture of lace, the mottled surface of a pine plank table, or the peeling walls. When at the click of a button you have the world on your screen, why bother debating the intricate and delicate fabrics our lives? Synonyms fine, exquisite, intricate, dainty, airy, elegant, graceful; flimsy, gauzy, filmy, floaty, gossamer, diaphanous, chiffony, silky, wispy, thin, insubstantial, papery 1.1(Of colour) subtle and subdued: delicate pastel shades... The colours are dominated by delicate pastels and powdery shades of white, sand, cream and beige. The brow pencil in Soft Brown is a delicate colour and blended well when it was brushed. The raspberry vodka is photosensitive so, in contrast to their other flavours, they bottle it in dark glass so it keeps its delicate colour. Synonyms subtle, soft, subdued, muted; pastel, pale, light 1.2(Of food or drink) subtly and pleasantly flavoured: a delicate, sweet flavour... A fruity, off-dry style from the southerly Pfalz region, this comparatively delicate wine has a pleasantly spicy undertone that would work brilliantly with this dish. Well done toast on the nose gives way to delicate strawberry and raspberry flavours with hazelnut to finish. The spotted crab, known for the colorful blue streaks on its shell, as well as its sweet and delicate meat, is famous. 2Easily broken or damaged; fragile: delicate china... Chemicals from tobacco smoke get into your bloodstream and can damage the delicate blood vessels inside your eye. Mouth injuries, such as biting the inside of your lip or even brushing too hard and damaging the delicate lining inside your mouth, also seem to bring on canker sores. The lungs are also delicate and easily damaged if the ventilation is too aggressive. Synonyms fragile, breakable, easily broken/damaged, frail, frangible; eggshell 2.1Susceptible to illness or adverse conditions: his delicate health... And I never did interview her because I was aware of her delicate health and I wanted to do it properly - to spend an afternoon with her. These are usually the more delicate plants such as Clematis viticella, which are best with an annual light prune followed by hard pruning every ten years. Wildlife lovers in Cheshire have drawn up plans to protect the county's animals and delicate plants from future environmental threats. Synonyms sickly, in poor health, unhealthy, valetudinarian, frail, feeble, weak, weakly, debilitated; unwell, infirm, ailing, poorly Northern English informal nesh 2.2(Of a state or condition) easily upset or affected: owls have a delicate balance with their habitat... I kept it from you because I didn't want to upset you in your delicate condition. The wonderful team of nurses cared not only for Lydia, but the delicate state of the family at this time. Instead, it captures the delicate state of a country at its most vulnerable. 3Requiring sensitive or careful handling: delicate negotiations... Well, there s land acquisition (always an issue requiring delicate handling) and the cost of paying all those consultants. She never really knew how to handle delicate situations requiring tact and sincere honesty. Our readers have suggested the best ways to handle a delicate issue such as outlandish dressing by students in colleges. Synonyms difficult, tricky, sensitive, ticklish, awkward, problematic, problematical, touchy, prickly, controversial, emotive, embarrassing informal sticky, dicey 3.1Tactful and considerate: a delicate approach is needed... This was no simple affair of the heart, but also a decision which entailed delicate political considerations. Though he has a high school education, he has been trained to be a specialist here, and he considers his job as delicate as disarming a live bomb. There has been a really delicate approach to this matter. Synonyms careful, considerate, sensitive; tactful, diplomatic, discreet, gentle, kid-glove, softly-softly 3.2Skilful and finely judged; deft: his delicate ball-playing skills... He possesses that deft and delicate touch that can transform interesting prose into mesmerising poetry. He reaches out a hand and with one deft, delicate dart of the fingers rotates my book to face him. The ladies are developing their newly acquired skills in the delicate art of egg decoration. Synonyms deft, dexterous, skilled, skilful, expert, finely judged, adept, adroit, neat, slick informal nifty 3.3(Of an instrument) highly sensitive.Maintenance instruments are so delicate they have to remain in the shop's controlled environment.... Two antennas will allow the spacecraft to communicate with Earth in any configuration, always having the side hosting delicate instruments away from the Sun. They gently transferred each minuscule mite to the host bee via the most delicate instrument available: an eyelash mounted to a small stick. Synonyms sensitive, precision, precise, accurate, exact noun informal A delicate fabric or garment: [as modifier]: the delicates cycle of a washing machine... It wasn't too long until I discovered her delicates (bras, panties, aerobic outfits, and make-up). Just make sure that my delicates are washed by hand. General sorting categories are whites, light colors, bright or deep-colored materials, permanent press, delicates, and clothes for the dry cleaners. Phrases in a delicate condition Derivatives delicateness noun ... It was fantastic and different, somehow managing to bring out the delicateness of fish and the heartiness of stew at the same time. They were definitely a man's step, not the same delicateness of a woman, but they were definitely muffled, it sounded like a man who naturally walked silently. It has a delicateness of tone that recalls Debussy. Origin Late Middle English (in the sense 'delightful, charming'): from French délicat or Latin delicatus, of unknown origin. Senses also expressed in Middle English (now obsolete) include 'voluptuous', 'self-indulgent', 'fastidious', and 'effeminate'.
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