delicacies

NOUN

daintiness, fineness of structure

Synonyms

STRONGEST

elegance fragility lightness subtlety tenderness

STRONG

airiness debility exquisiteness frailness frailty infirmity slenderness smoothness softness tenuity translucency transparency weakness

WEAK

diaphaneity etherealness gossameriness

Antonyms

STRONG

strength

WEAK

coarseness heaviness indelicacy inelegance robustness roughness

NOUN

delicious, gourmet food

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dessert feast luxury

STRONG

ambrosia banquet dainty delight goody indulgence morsel nectar pleasure rarity relish savory special sweet tidbit treat

WEAK

bonne bouche regale

Antonyms

STRONG

dislike hate hatred lot melancholy pain sorrow trouble unhappiness

WEAK

coarseness heaviness indelicacy inelegance robustness roughness

Example Sentences

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Chris, it turns out, has given up his career as an administrative lawyer for a life of fine dining and epicurean delicacies.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

The insects are considered aphrodisiacs, delicacies and pets, said defence lawyer David Lusweti Namai.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

A stone’s throw away from the Roxbury warehouse was a Mexican bakery serving delicacies like conchas and empanadas.

From Slate • Mar. 12, 2026

Jew acknowledges that American diners’ limited understanding of these medicinal ingredients has prevented him from serving these expensive delicacies at Mister Jiu’s.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 18, 2025

He was an engaging fellow, a champion stick-fighter and a glamour boy, whose many girlfriends kept us all supplied with delicacies.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela