Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
subtle
adjective
ˈsʌtəl
Definition
Delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe.
Examples
- The artist used subtle shades of color to create a sense of depth in the painting.
- Her subtle smile suggested she knew more than she was letting on.
- There was a subtle change in the way he spoke that indicated he was nervous.
Meaning
Something that is subtle is not obvious and often requires keen insight or perception to notice.
Synonyms
- Nuanced
- Fine
- Faint
- Subdued
- Insidious
