délicatesse

Definitions of délicatesse
  1. noun
    subtly skillful handling of a situation
    synonyms: finesse
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    type of:
    tact
    consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
  2. noun
    refined taste; tact
    synonyms: finesse
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    type of:
    appréciation, jugement
    delicate discrimination (especially of aesthetic values)
  3. noun
    refined sensitivity to pleasurable or painful impressions
    synonyms: sensibilité
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    types:
    perspicacité
    a feeling of understanding
    type of:
    sensibilité
    sensitivity to emotional feelings (of self and others)
  4. noun
    consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense
    synonyms: tact
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    types:
    finesse
    subtly skillful handling of a situation
    type of:
    considération
    kind and considerate regard for others
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