Sought out, ‘recherché’. Of language, expression, terms: Carefully selected; aptly chosen, choice. Hence, out of the way, uncommon; in unfavourable…

= exquisite, adj.

spec. of words or language. Now frequently in a few well-chosen words: a short and telling speech or piece of writing; (colloquial) a verbal rebuke…

= well-chosen, adj.

esp. of language: Suitable or appropriate to express ideas; apposite, expressive.

Of a phrase, literary composition, etc.: well-suited to the occasion apparently by good luck rather than design; unintentionally apt; felicitous…

Of an action, expression, manner, etc.: Admirably suited to the occasion; strikingly apt or appropriate.