What is the meaning of indelicate?

adjective

  • In violation of good taste even verging on the indecent.
    • usage: "an indelicate remark"; "an off-color joke"
  • Lacking propriety and good taste in manners and conduct.
    • usage: "indecorous behavior"
  • Verging on the indecent.
    • usage: "an indelicate proposition"
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