Exquisitely: meaning, definitions and examples

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exquisitely

 

[ ɪkˈskwɪzɪtli ]

Context #1

describe something with exceptional beauty or delicacy

In a highly beautiful or delicate manner; with extreme precision or skill.

Synonyms

beautifully, delicately, precisely, skillfully

Examples of usage

  • She moved exquisitely across the dance floor.
  • The cake was decorated exquisitely with intricate designs.
  • The artist painted the portrait exquisitely, capturing every detail perfectly.
Context #2

describe something with exceptional taste or refinement

In a highly refined or tasteful manner; with exceptional elegance or sophistication.

Synonyms

elegantly, sophisticatedly, stylishly

Examples of usage

  • The restaurant served the dishes exquisitely, each one a work of art.
  • The hotel's interior was decorated exquisitely, showcasing luxury and style.
  • She dressed exquisitely for the gala, turning heads with her fashion sense.

Translations

Translations of the word "exquisitely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exquisitamente

🇮🇳 अद्वितीय ढंग से

🇩🇪 exquisit

🇮🇩 dengan indah

🇺🇦 вишукано

🇵🇱 wykwintnie

🇯🇵 美しく

🇫🇷 exquisément

🇪🇸 exquisitamente

🇹🇷 zarif bir şekilde

🇰🇷 아름답게

🇸🇦 بشكل رائع

🇨🇿 skvěle

🇸🇰 vynikajúco

🇨🇳 精美地

🇸🇮 izvrstno

🇮🇸 ágætlega

🇰🇿 керемет

🇬🇪 ზუსტად

🇦🇿 incəliklə

🇲🇽 exquisitamente

Word origin

The word 'exquisitely' originates from the Latin word 'exquisitus', meaning 'carefully sought out' or 'chosen with care'. Over time, it evolved to represent something of exceptional beauty, taste, or refinement. The adverb 'exquisitely' has been used in English since the 16th century to describe things with exceptional precision, beauty, or sophistication.