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.