Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lack-finesse
phrase
/læk fɪˈnɛs/
Definition
The absence of delicacy, skill, or refinement in handling situations or tasks.
Examples
- His presentation was effective but lacked finesse, making it hard for the audience to engage.
- While her cooking is great, she tends to make dishes that lack finesse and presentation.
Meaning
When someone or something is described as lacking finesse, it means that their efforts are clumsy or inelegant, failing to demonstrate the nuanced skill or subtlety that might be expected in a given context.
Synonyms
- Clumsiness
- Unrefinement
- Awkwardness
