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INDELICATE

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Indelicate.

Indelicate - as an adjective

Lacking propriety and good taste in manners and conduct

Example: "Indecorous behavior"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indecorous

Indelicate - as an adjective satellite

In violation of good taste even verging on the indecent

Example: "An indelicate remark"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Verging on the indecent

Example: "An indelicate proposition"

Example Sentences

"She made an indelicate comment about his weight."
"The comedian's jokes were often indelicate and offensive."
"He asked an indelicate question about her personal life."
"The book contained several indelicate scenes of violence."
"Her indelicate behavior embarrassed her parents."
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Word Game Points

Is INDELICATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, indelicate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INDELICATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is INDELICATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, indelicate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INDELICATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is INDELICATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, indelicate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INDELICATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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