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Daintiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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daintiest

 

[ ˈdeɪn.ti.ɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

appearance, manner

The term 'daintiest' is the superlative form of 'dainty,' referring to something that is delicate, pretty, and often small in size. It is typically used to describe people, animals, or objects that possess a sense of grace and charm. This word conveys a sense of refinement and meticulousness in both appearance and behavior. The daintiest things often evoke feelings of sweetness and gentility.

Synonyms

cute, delicate, graceful, petite, refined

Examples of usage

  • She wore the daintiest dress at the party.
  • The kitten had the daintiest paws.
  • He presented her with the daintiest bouquet of flowers.

Translations

Translations of the word "daintiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 delicadíssimo

🇮🇳 नाज़ुक

🇩🇪 zart

🇮🇩 paling halus

🇺🇦 найніжніший

🇵🇱 najdelikatniejszy

🇯🇵 一番繊細な

🇫🇷 le plus délicat

🇪🇸 el más delicado

🇹🇷 en zarif

🇰🇷 가장 섬세한

🇸🇦 الأكثر دقة

🇨🇿 nejjemnější

🇸🇰 najjemnejší

🇨🇳 最精致的

🇸🇮 najbolj nežna

🇮🇸 fínnasta

🇰🇿 ең нәзік

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ნაზი

🇦🇿 ən incə

🇲🇽 el más delicado

Word origin

The word 'dainty' comes from the Middle English term 'daintenesse', which meant 'delicacy' or 'delight'. This, in turn, derives from the Old French 'danté', which meant 'given,' or 'delightful.' The evolution of the word shows its roots in concepts of pleasure and elegance, and it began to be used in English during the 14th century. The use of 'daintiest' as the superlative form developed as the language evolved, reflecting the greater emphasis on the qualities of fineness and delicate beauty. As society appreciated smaller and more intricate things in art and nature, the term gained popularity, particularly in the 18th and 19th centuries. Therefore, the connotation of something being 'dainty' continues to capture an appreciation for exquisiteness and niceness, applicable to a range of contexts from fashion to culinary arts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,485, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.