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indelicate

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdɛlɪkət/
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Definition of indelicate

adjective

  • 1having or showing a lack of sensitive understanding or tact:forgive me asking an indelicate question, but how are you off for money?
  • 2slightly indecent:an earthy, often indelicate sense of humour

Derivatives

indelicately

adverb

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