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exquisite

ex·qui·site

exquisite

 
 
pronunciation:
ihk skwI ziht [or] ek skwih ziht
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part of speech: adjective
definition: very beautiful; made in a lovely or delicate way.
The duchess wore an exquisite diamond necklace.
 
synonyms:
delicate, fine, jewellike, lovely
similar words:
beautiful, charming, classic, dainty, elegant, gorgeous, graceful, perfect, precious, stunning, superb
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derivations: exquisitely (adv.), exquisiteness (n.)
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