Definition of Finesse
Finesse
fi·nesse
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the delicate refinement or intricacy in the structure or workmanship of something, the skill required to create this;
e.g. The painting showed great finesse and fine detail. We were awed by the finesse of his performance.
(noun)
skill, cleverness, and subtlety in handling something, especially in gracefully dealing with a difficult situation;
e.g. She can defend her clients' cases with extreme finesse and she never seems to lose.
(verb)
to try to do or bring about something in a clever, delicate, or subtle manner;
e.g. She tried to finesse the business deal, but the other party wasn't willing to budge.
(verb)
(American) to try to avoid/evade criticism or blame in some situation;
e.g. They tried to finesse their mistakes and present a more favorable story to the media.
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