GRE vocabulary

Finesse

Intricate and delicate elaboration; refinement; skill in handling a difficult situation.

Example

"The diplomat handled the delicate negotiations with great finesse, avoiding any missteps."

Etymology

From Old French 'finesse' meaning 'fineness, subtlety'.

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