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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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   1. a. : marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution. an exquisite vase. b. : marked by nice discrimination, deep sensitivity, or subtle understanding. exquisite taste. c. : accomplished, perfected. an exquisite gentleman. 2. a. : pleasing through beauty, fitness, or perfection.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishEXQUISITE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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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 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.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryEXQUISITE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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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.

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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   exquisite. adjective. /ɪkˈskwɪzɪt/, /ˈekskwɪzɪt/ extremely beautiful or carefully made. exquisite craftsmanship. Her wedding dress was absolutely exquisite. Questions about grammar and vocabulary? Find the answers with Practical English Usage online, your indispensable guide to problems in English.