Exquisitive

/ɪkˈskwɪzɪtɪv/ adjective

Definition

Having the quality of being exquisite; characterized by delicate beauty, refinement, or meticulous attention to detail.

Etymology

From exquisite + -ive suffix, an adjective formation that emphasizes the active or characteristic nature of being exquisite. A variant form rarely used compared to exquisite itself.

Kelly Says

Exquisitive is basically a redundant form—we already have exquisite as an adjective, so adding -ive to create exquisitive is like writing 'very very' instead of 'very,' which is why almost nobody uses it.

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