indelicate

/ɪnˈdɛlɪkət/
adjective
  1. Lacking tact, sensitivity, or good manners; slightly rude or offensive.
    • She found his questions about her finances to be indelicate.
    • The comedian's indelicate jokes offended several audience members.
    • It was indelicate of him to mention her divorce at the party.
  2. Lacking refinement or subtlety; crude or coarse.
    • The painting's indelicate brushstrokes gave it a rough, unfinished look.
    • The fabric had an indelicate texture that irritated her skin.
    • His indelicate handling of the situation made things worse.
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