finesse
Translation
skill, subtlety, tact, artfulness
Examples
She handled the situation with great finesse.
She handled the situation with great finesse.
It was a masterpiece of political finesse.
It was a masterpiece of political finesse.
Grammar Patterns
((with sth.)) to do something with skill and style. She handled the situation with great finesse.
Similar Words
Synonyms: skill, subtlety, delicacy; Antonyms: clumsiness, ineptitude
Etymology
From Old French 'finesse' (fineness, subtlety), from 'fin' (fine).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'fine' or delicate touch needed to achieve something skillfully.