1. Managed or dealt with in a careful, sensitive, or gentle manner to avoid causing offense, damage, or harm
The sensitive issue was handled delicately by the diplomat.
A questão sensível foi tratada com delicadeza pelo diplomata.
2. Touched or manipulated with care and gentleness to prevent breakage or injury
The fragile vase was handled delicately during transport.
O vaso frágil foi manuseado com delicadeza durante o transporte.