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   ex·quis·ite

   /ekˈskwizət/

   adjective

   • 1. extremely beautiful and, typically, delicate: "exquisite, jewellike portraits" Similar beautifullovelyelegantgracefulmagnificentsuperbsuperlativeexcellentwonderfulwell craftedwell madewell executedperfectdelicatefragiledaintysubtleintricatetastefulfinechoiceOpposite crude
   • ▪ intensely felt: "the most exquisite kind of agony" Similar intenseacutekeenpiercingsharpsevererackingexcruciatingagonizingharrowingtorturoustormentingsearingunbearableinsufferableunendurablemore than one can bearmore than flesh and blood can stand
   • ▪ highly sensitive or discriminating: "her exquisite taste in painting" Similar discriminatingdiscerningsensitiveselectivefastidiousrefinedcultivatedculturededucatedappreciativeimpeccablepolishedconsummate

   noun

   • 1. a man who is affectedly concerned with his clothes and appearance; a dandy. dated

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘precise’): from Latin exquisit- ‘sought out’, from the verb exquirere, from ex- ‘out’ + quaerere ‘seek’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. exquisiteness noun

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › exquisiteExquisite Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of EXQUISITE is marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution. How to use exquisite in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Exquisite.

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   used to describe feelings such as pleasure or pain that are extremely strong, or qualities that are extremely good; great: exquisite joy. The pain was quite exquisite. A good comedian needs to have an exquisite sense of timing. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.

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   Use exquisite to mean finely or delicately made or done. When you say someone has exquisite taste, you mean that they are able to make fine distinctions. Exquisite describes something that is lovely, beautiful, or excellent. Exquisite pain or agony is very sharp and intense.

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   EXQUISITE meaning: 1. very beautiful and delicate: 2. used to describe feelings such as pleasure or pain that are…. Learn more.

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   Exquisite definition: of special beauty or charm, or rare and appealing excellence, as a face, a flower, coloring, music, or poetry.. See examples of EXQUISITE used in a sentence.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishEXQUISITE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   1. possessing qualities of unusual delicacy and fine craftsmanship. jewels in an exquisite setting. 2. extremely beautiful and pleasing. an exquisite face. 3. outstanding or excellent. an exquisite victory.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › exquisiteexquisite adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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   Definition of exquisite adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   EXQUISITE meaning: 1 : finely done or made very beautiful or delicate; 2 : very sensitive or fine.

10. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishEXQUISITE | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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    adjective. uk / ɪkˈskwɪzɪt / us. Add to word list. very beautiful or perfect: a garden of exquisite flowers. exquisitely. adverb. an exquisitely dressed woman. (Definition of exquisite from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Translations of exquisite. in Chinese (Traditional) 美麗的, 精美的, 精緻的… See more.

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    Exquisite definition: Excellent or outstanding, especially by exhibiting or appealing to refined taste.