Delicately: meaning, definitions and examples

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delicately

 

[ หˆdษ›lษชkษ™tli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

handling or performing with great care

In a delicate or fine manner, carefully and skillfully. In a way that is gentle or sensitive, with a light touch. In a fragile or easily damaged way, with precision and attention to detail.

Synonyms

carefully, gently, precisely, skillfully, tenderly

Examples of usage

  • She delicately placed the fragile vase on the shelf.
  • He spoke delicately, trying not to hurt her feelings.
  • The artist delicately painted the intricate design on the canvas.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a subtle or nuanced manner

In a subtle or nuanced way, with finesse and sophistication. In a manner that is refined or elegant, with a subtle touch. In a way that is not obvious or overt, with a hint of sophistication.

Synonyms

elegantly, nuanced, refined, sophisticated, subtly

Examples of usage

  • She handled the situation delicately, navigating the political nuances.
  • The chef delicately seasoned the dish, creating a perfect balance of flavors.
  • The dancer moved delicately across the stage, captivating the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "delicately" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น delicadamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคตเคงเคพเคจเฅ€ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช vorsichtig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan lembut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะตะปั–ะบะฐั‚ะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ delikatnie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ„ชใ—ใ (ใ‚„ใ•ใ—ใ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉlicatement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ delicadamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nazikรงe

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ฌ์„ธํ•˜๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑูู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jemnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jemne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฝป่ฝปๅœฐ (qฤซng qฤซng de)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ neลพno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ varlega

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผัะฐา›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ–แƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ incษ™liklษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ delicadamente

Etymology

The word 'delicately' originated from the Middle English word 'delicatli', which is derived from the Old French word 'delicat', meaning 'fine' or 'delicate'. The term evolved over time to encompass the idea of handling with care and finesse. It has been used in English language since the 14th century, becoming a common adverb to describe actions performed with precision, sensitivity, and sophistication.

See also: delicacy, delicateness, delicatessen, indelicate.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,487, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.