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subtle

UK
/ˈsʌt.əl/
US
/ˈsʌtəl/

Translations

subtleadjective
subtler
Comp.
subtlest
Super.
UK
/ˈsʌt.əl/
US
/ˈsʌtəl/
The artist's use of color was so subtle that it created a sense of depth and emotion in the painting.
L’usage subtil de la couleur par l’artiste créait une impression de profondeur et d’émotion dans le tableau.
délicatSe dit d’une nuance, d’un effet ou d’une différence très fine.
There was a subtle change in his tone that suggested he was not pleased with the decision.
Il y avait un changement délicat dans son ton qui laissait entendre qu’il n’était pas satisfait de la décision.
finSurtout pour l’esprit, l’analyse ou la perception.
His subtle mind quickly detected the flaws in the argument.
Son esprit fin a rapidement décelé les failles de l’argumentation.
Additional translations
imperceptiblePour insister sur le fait que le changement ou la différence est à peine perceptible.
ruséEmploi plus rare, pour une personne ou une stratégie astucieuse et détournée.
Synonyms
faint
delicate
nuanced
refined
sly
understated
indirect
discreet
Antonyms
blatant
obvious
overt

Definitions

subtleadjective
So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe.
The artist's use of color was so subtle that it created a sense of depth and emotion in the painting.
Making use of clever and indirect methods to achieve something.
She used a subtle approach to persuade her boss to consider her proposal.
Not obvious; elusive or ambiguous.
There was a subtle change in his tone that suggested he was not pleased with the decision.
Crafty or cunning.
The detective admired the criminal's subtle plan, even as he worked to unravel it.
Possessing or showing keen insight and perception; refined or delicate in understanding or analysis.
His subtle mind quickly detected the flaws in the argument.
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