Delicate Language

noun something delicious or delicate to eat

adjective delicate in flavor or texture

• The dainty china teacup was carefully placed on the delicate saucer.
• She picked up the dainty necklace and admired its intricate design.
• That dainty dress is so cute, I love it!
• Her dainty footsteps barely made a sound as she tiptoed through the room.

adjective relating to or using euphemism; inoffensive or indirect way of expressing something unpleasant or embarrassing

• The speaker used euphemistic language to soften the impact of his remarks.
• She tends to use euphemistic terms when talking about difficult topics.
• Some people use euphemistic expressions to avoid saying things directly.
• The writer's use of euphemistic phrases added a layer of complexity to the story.