
exquisite
/ɪkˈskwɪzɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic ArtsWord #6682 in the learning path
精美的;精致的
Definitions
adj. Extremely beautiful and carefully made.
精美的;精致的
adj. Describing a feeling or sensitivity of unusual intensity.
极强烈的;极敏锐的
Example
She keeps an exquisite porcelain bowl on the shelf.
她把一只精美的瓷碗放在架子上。
Museums preserve exquisite examples of traditional craftsmanship, allowing future generations to appreciate their cultural and artistic value.
博物馆保存传统工艺的精美作品,让后代能够欣赏其文化与艺术价值。
Collocations
- exquisite craftsmanship
- exquisite beauty
- exquisite detail
- exquisite pain
Word family
- exquisitely (adv.)
- exquisiteness (n.)
Synonyms
- beautiful
- delicate
Usage tip
常形容精美工艺;修饰pain时表示极其强烈。
FAQ
- What does exquisite mean?
- Extremely beautiful and carefully made. Describing a feeling or sensitivity of unusual intensity.
- How is exquisite pronounced?
- UK /ɪkˈskwɪzɪt/, US /ɪkˈskwɪzɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.