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View usage for: (sʌtəlti) Word forms: plural subtleties1. countable noun [usually plural]Subtleties are very small details or differences which are not obvious. His fascination with the subtleties of human behaviour makes him a good storyteller. [+ of] When a book goes into translation, all those linguistic subtleties get lost. Synonyms: fine point, refinement, nicety, sophistication More Synonyms of subtlety 2. uncountable nounSubtlety is the quality of being not immediately obvious or noticeable, and therefore difficult to describe. African dance is vigorous, but full of subtlety, requiring great strength and control. English lamb does not have the subtlety of flavour of Pyrennean lamb. [+ of] 3. uncountable nounSubtlety is the ability to notice and recognize things which are not obvious, especially small differences between things. She analyses herself with great subtlety. Synonyms: skill, acumen, astuteness, ingenuity More Synonyms of subtlety 4. uncountable nounSubtlety is the ability to use indirect methods to achieve something, rather than doing something that is obvious. They had obviously been hoping to approach the topic with more subtlety. Synonyms: sensitivity, diplomacy, discretion, delicacy More Synonyms of subtlety More Synonyms of subtlety subtlety in British English (ˈsʌtəltɪ) nounWord forms: plural -ties1. the state or quality of being subtle; delicacy 2. a fine distinction or the ability to make such a distinction subtlety in American English (ˈsʌtəlti) noun1. the quality or condition of being subtle; esp., the ability or tendency to make fine distinctions 2. Word forms: plural ˈsubtleties something subtle; esp., a fine distinction Word origin ME sutelte < OFr sotillete < L subtilitasExamples of 'subtlety' in a sentencesubtlety In other languagessubtlety British English: subtlety NOUN Subtleties are very small details or differences which are not obvious. His fascination with the subtleties of human behaviour makes him a good storyteller. - American English: subtlety
- Brazilian Portuguese: sutileza
- Chinese: 精妙之处
- European Spanish: sutileza
- French: subtilité
- German: Feinheit
- Italian: sottigliezza
- Japanese: 微妙なもの
- Korean: 미묘한 차이
- European Portuguese: subtileza
- Latin American Spanish: sutileza
Chinese translation of 'subtlety' n - (c) (= nuance)
细(細)微差别(別) (xìwēi chābié) - (u) (= indirect methods)
含蓄的方式 (hánxù de fāngshì) - (u) (= art of being subtle)
微妙之处(處) (wēimiào zhī chù)
Definition a fine distinction All those linguistic subtleties get lost when a book goes into translation. Synonyms fine point sophistication intricacy discernment Definition the state or quality of being subtle Many of the resulting wines lack the subtlety of the original model. Synonyms delicacy softness delicateness subtleness Definition the state or quality of being subtle She analyses herself with great subtlety. Synonyms deviousness artfulness slyness wiliness Definition the state or quality of being subtle They had obviously been hoping to approach the topic with more subtlety. Synonyms skill thoughtfulness adroitness Additional synonymsDefinition the ability to make good decisions Her sharp business acumen meant she quickly rose to the top. Synonyms judgment, intelligence, perception, wisdom, insight, wit, ingenuity, sharpness, cleverness, keenness, shrewdness, discernment, perspicacity (formal), sagacity, smartness, smarts (slang, US), astuteness, acuteness, perspicuityEverything he writes demonstrates the acuteness of his intelligence. Synonyms perceptiveness, discrimination, perception, insight, wit, sensitivity, intuition, subtlety, ingenuity, sharpness, cleverness, keenness, acuity, discernment, perspicacity (formal), smartness, astuteness, canniness, intuitiveness, subtleness With characteristic astuteness, she spoke separately to all involved. Synonyms intelligence, knowledge, insight, cunning, penetration, subtlety, brightness (informal), sharpness, acumen, cleverness, keenness, shrewdness, discernment, sagacity, perceptiveness, canniness, adroitness, craftiness, artfulness, slyness, wiliness, foxiness, smarts (slang, US), suss (slang) Additional synonymsDefinition a refinement or delicacy We have dealt with all the legal niceties. Synonyms fine point, distinction, subtlety, nuance, refinement, minutiae, delicacyDefinition insight or intuition It did not require a great deal of perception to realise what he meant. Synonyms understanding, intelligence, observation, discrimination, insight, sharpness, cleverness, keenness, shrewdness, acuity, discernment, perspicacity (formal), astuteness, incisiveness, perceptiveness, quick-wittedness, perspicuityDefinition a subtle point or distinction the refinements of the game Synonyms subtlety, nuance, nicety, fine point a person of great sagacity and immense experience Synonyms wisdom, shrewdness, understanding, sense, insight, penetration, prudence, foresight, sharpness, discernment, perspicacity (formal), knowingness, astuteness, acuteness, canniness, judiciousness, sapienceDefinition the ability to say and do the right thing in any situation a certain savoir-faire that comes from living with the best Synonyms social graces, diplomacy, discretion, accomplishment, finesse, poise, tact, urbanity, social know-how (informal) Definition skill in handling difficult situations Her tact and intuition never failed. Synonyms diplomacy, understanding, consideration, sensitivity, delicacy, skill, judgment, perception, discretion, finesse, thoughtfulness, savoir-faire, adroitnessDefinition the ability to learn, judge, or make decisions They have to have a basic understanding of computers. Synonyms perception, knowledge, grasp, sense, know-how (informal), intelligence, judgment, awareness, appreciation, insight, skill, penetration, mastery, comprehension, familiarity with, discernment, proficiency |