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exquis

exquisite

adjective ek-SKEE Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Quality

Origin: Latin exquisitus (carefully sought out)

Also means

delightful

Usage Note

exquis describes something refined and of the highest quality, often food, art, or courtesy. The final -s is silent and the -qu- is pronounced as a simple 'k'. The feminine form is exquise. The phrase une politesse exquise (exquisite courtesy) is a classic literary collocation.

Examples

"Ce dessert a un goût exquis."

Natural Translation

This dessert has an exquisite taste.

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