delicately
adverb16 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.1
referring to something maintained in a state of equilibrium with great precision
having a subtle, not overpowering taste
carved with fine, intricate details
positioned carefully and elegantly, often in a state of readiness or balance
having a fine, intricate pattern
having subtle, soft colours
woven with fine threads or a complex pattern
having a light, pleasant smell
to touch or manage something with great care to avoid damage or offense
to walk with light, careful steps
to drink something in very small, careful mouthfuls
to put something down gently and precisely
to smell something with a small, quiet inhalation
to paint with fine, careful brushstrokes
to balance something with great care and precision
to sew a pattern with fine, careful stitches