26984 words

exquisite

3 definitions • 9 examples
1
very beautiful and delicate:

Examples:

an exquisite piece of china
Look at this exquisite painting.
She has exquisite taste.
a vase of exquisite workmanship
2
used to describe feelings such as pleasure or pain that are extremely strong, or qualities that are extremely good; great:

Examples:

exquisite joy
The pain was quite exquisite.
A good comedian needs to have an exquisite sense of timing.
3
especially beautiful or admirable:

Examples:

exquisite Chinese embroideries
the most exquisite French cuisine

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