Synonyms for

Delicately

Verb / ˈdelʌkʌtli: / Another word for delicately — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a delicate manner; with a fine or precise touch

Synonyms & similar words

exquisitely finely fine gently lightly softly tenderly carefully precisely daintily finely exquisitely gracefully elegantly beautifully neatly painstakingly thoughtfully considerately courteously polite graciously chivalrous

Example sentences

  1. She delicately brushed the butterfly's wings with a feather.
  2. He delicately carved the wood into a beautiful sculpture.
  3. The flowers were arranged delicately in a vase.
  4. The ballerina danced delicately across the stage.
  5. The chef delicately seasoned the dish with spices.

Quotes

  • The great charm of poetry consists in lively pictures of the sublime passions, magnanimity, courage, disdain of fortune; or those which result from weakness, such as timidity, delicacy, love, and grief. - David Hume
  • Poetry is the exquisite expression of exquisite expressions. - Joseph Roux
  • The delicacy of your heart renders you peculiarly susceptible of emotions, and you have often suffered from the exercise of that susceptibility. - Mary Shelley

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