delicacy

noun

1. the quality of being beautiful and delicate in appearance

Similar word(s): daintiness, fineness

Definition categories: attribute, elegance

2. something considered choice to eat

Similar word(s): dainty, goody, kickshaw, treat

Definition categories: food, aliment, alimentation, nourishment, nutriment, nutrition, sustenance, victuals

3. refined taste; tact

Similar word(s): discretion

Definition categories: thought, appreciation, discernment, perceptiveness, taste

4. smallness of stature

Similar word(s): slightness

Definition categories: attribute, littleness, smallness

5. lack of physical strength

Similar word(s): fragility

Definition categories: attribute, weakness

6. subtly skillful handling of a situation

Similar word(s): diplomacy, discreetness, finesse

Definition categories: attribute, tact, tactfulness

7. lightness in movement or manner

Similar word(s): airiness

Definition categories: attribute, life, liveliness, spirit, sprightliness