Delicate
Fine
Synonyms: Fine, intricate, airy, graceful, gauzy, floaty, diaphanous, silky, thin, papery, exquisite, dainty, elegant, flimsy, filmy, gossamer, chiffony, wispy, and insubstantial.
Subtle
Fragile
Synonyms: Fragile, easily broken/damaged, frangible, breakable, frail, and eggshell.
Sickly
Synonyms: Sickly, unhealthy, frail, weak, debilitated, infirm, poorly, in poor health, valetudinarian, feeble, weakly, unwell, ailing, and nesh.
Difficult
Synonyms: Difficult, sensitive, awkward, problematical, prickly, emotive, sticky, tricky, ticklish, problematic, touchy, controversial, embarrassing, and dicey.
Careful
Synonyms: Careful, sensitive, diplomatic, gentle, softly-softly, considerate, tactful, discreet, and kid-glove.
Deft
Synonyms: Deft, skilled, expert, adept, neat, nifty, dexterous, skilful, finely judged, adroit, and slick.
Sensitive
Example Sentences
"Handle the delicate flowers gently.
" "She wore a delicate necklace today.
" "His delicate health requires careful attention.
" "The painting has delicate brushwork details.