delicacy

• Nom désignant un mets raffiné ou coûteux, souvent rare ou très apprécié dans une culture ou une cuisine donnée.

A noun referring to a choice or expensive food item, often rare or highly prized in a particular culture or cuisine.

1. Rare or expensive foodB2formalculinary

   A choice or expensive food item, often considered a luxury.

   Mets rare et coûteux

   • Truffles are considered a delicacy in many cuisines.
   • She ordered the chef's special delicacy for dinner.
   • Caviar is a famous delicacy served at high-end events.

   Synonymesdaintyluxuryspecialtytreat

2. Fragility or sensitivityB2formal

   The quality of being delicate, fragile, or easily damaged.

   Fragilité ou sensibilité

   • The delicacy of the antique vase required careful handling.
   • He handled the situation with great delicacy.
   • The fabric's delicacy means it must be washed by hand.

   Synonymesdaintinessexquisitenessfinenessfragilityfrailtysensitivitytendernessvulnerability

   Antonymesdurabilityhardinessrobustnesssturdinesstoughness

3. Tact or sensitivity in behaviorB2formal

   Careful and considerate behavior to avoid offending others.

   Délicatesse

   • She discussed the sensitive topic with delicacy.
   • The diplomat handled the negotiations with delicacy.
   • He showed great delicacy in addressing her personal issues.

   Synonymescareconsiderationdiplomacydiscretionfinessesensitivitysubtletytactthoughtfulness

   Antonymesbluntnesscrudenessindelicacyinsensitivitytactlessness