Capable
Capable adjective - Having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance.
Delicate and capable are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Delicate" instead an adjective "Capable".
Nearby Words: capability, capably
Delicate
Delicate adjective - Accomplished with trained ability.
Usage example: the delicate handling of a difficult diplomatic situation
Capable and delicate are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Capable" instead an adjective "Delicate".
Nearby Words: delicacy, delicately
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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While Siegmund and Sieglinde are capable of more delicate use of their Halo Effect, Siegfried is only ever seen using his brutally against straightforward problems and weaker opponents.
Source: Comic Book / Über -
Real Men Wear Pink: Most of the contestants were very surprised that a pair of burly guys like Rob & Dave are capable of making delicate, refined dishes such as ravioli.
Source: Series / My Kitchen Rules -
While capable of delicate subtlety, David Bowie has long been this...and once music videos took off, it opened up a whole new world of hamminess.
Source: Large Ham / Music
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