exquisite
adjective
Extremely beautiful and delicate; intensely felt; showing refined taste and craftsmanship.
Etymology
From Latin exquisitus meaning "carefully sought out," past participle of exquirere (to search out), from ex- (out) + quaerere (to seek).
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The museum displayed an exquisite collection of Renaissance jewelry."
- 2.
"She experienced exquisite joy upon seeing her newborn child."
- 3.
"The chef prepared an exquisite seven-course tasting menu."
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Fun Fact
The original meaning of exquisite was "carefully sought out" - the modern sense of beauty evolved because the most beautiful things were those worth seeking out and selecting with care.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 9 letters (E, X, Q, U, I, S, I, T, E)
Scrabble Value: 25 points
Tip: Words ending in "TE" are often good scoring opportunities.
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