exquisite

//ɪkˈskwɪzɪt//
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Adjective

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1

Extremely beautiful and delicate; showing exceptional craftsmanship or refinement.

The museum displayed an exquisite collection of handcrafted jewelry.

2

Intensely felt; acute or keen, especially of pleasure or pain.

She felt exquisite joy when she heard the good news.

3

Highly sensitive or discriminating in perception or taste.

She has an exquisite sense of taste and can detect even the subtlest flavors.