Synonyms for Delicate
Definition of delicate
adjective
- exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing; susceptible to injury; "a delicate violin passage"; "delicate china"; "a delicate flavor"; "the delicate wing of a butterfly"
- marked by great skill especially in meticulous technique; "a surgeon's delicate touch"
- easily broken or damaged or destroyed; "a kite too delicate to fly safely"; "fragile porcelain plates"; "fragile old bones"; "a frail craft"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "delicate"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like breakable, dainty, difficult can replace "delicate" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "delicate" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Delicate" in song lyrics
See how delicate is used in real songs:
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"Today summon the rug rat oblivious to what's delicate"
Aesop Rock — Blue in the Face -
"Of course I realize to fill the ring, procedure's delicate"
Aesop Rock f/ Slug — I'll Be OK -
"I understand a woman's feelings, are very delicate"
Blue Raspberry f/ Cranston Juliani — Giving Into You Again