exquisite adj

1 intense or sharp; "suffered exquisite pain"; "felt exquisite pleasure" [syn: keen]

2 lavishly elegant and refined [syn: recherche]

3 of delicate composition and artistry; "a dainty teacup"; "an exquisite cameo" [syn: dainty]

4 of extreme beauty; "her exquisite face"

English

Pronunciation

Adjective

1. Especially fine or pleasing; exceptional.

   They sell good coffee and pastries, but their chocolate is exquisite.

Synonyms

• beautiful, delicate, discriminating

Translations

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