indelicate
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British pronunciation
/ˌɪndˈɛlɪkət/

Definition & Meaning of "indelicate"in English

indelicate
01

in violation of good taste even verging on the indecent

02

inappropriate or tactless in behavior or speech

example
Examples
His indelicate remarks about her personal life were met with discomfort and silence from the group.
The indelicate way she criticized the project in front of everyone was considered highly unprofessional.
03

verging on the indecent

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