Daintiness: meaning, definitions and examples
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daintiness
[ ˈdeɪnti.nəs ]
quality of being delicate
Daintiness refers to the quality of being delicate, exquisite, or refined. It often implies a sense of elegance and tastefulness in appearance or behavior.
Synonyms
delicacy, elegance, refinement
Examples of usage
- Her daintiness in choosing her words impressed everyone at the meeting.
- The daintiness of the lace on her dress added a touch of sophistication to her outfit.
small and pretty
Daintiness can also refer to something that is small and pretty, often used to describe intricate details or fine craftsmanship.
Synonyms
gracefulness, petiteness, prettiness
Examples of usage
- The daintiness of the tiny flowers in her garden was breathtaking.
- The daintiness of the porcelain tea set made it a cherished family heirloom.
Translations
Translations of the word "daintiness" in other languages:
🇵🇹 delicadeza
🇮🇳 नाज़ुकता
🇩🇪 Zartheit
🇮🇩 kelembutan
🇺🇦 витонченість
🇵🇱 delikatność
🇯🇵 優美さ (yūbisa)
🇫🇷 délicatesse
🇪🇸 delicadeza
🇹🇷 zerafet
🇰🇷 우아함 (uahamn)
🇸🇦 رقة (riqqa)
🇨🇿 jemnost
🇸🇰 jemnosť
🇨🇳 优雅 (yōuyǎ)
🇸🇮 nežnost
🇮🇸 fínleiki
🇰🇿 нәзіктік
🇬🇪 ნაზობა (nazoba)
🇦🇿 incəlik
🇲🇽 delicadeza
Word origin
The word "daintiness" originated from the Middle English word "deinte" which meant 'pleasure, delight, or elegance'. Over time, it evolved to describe the quality of being delicate or small and pretty. The concept of daintiness has been associated with notions of refinement and elegance throughout history, often used to praise intricate craftsmanship or tasteful behavior.