Both Uses of
subtle
in
The Return of the King
- Denethor is of another sort, proud and subtle, a man of far greater lineage and power, though he is not called a king.†
Chpt 5.1 *
- You are wise, maybe, Mithrandir, yet with all your subtleties you have not all wisdom.†
Chpt 5.4 *
Definitions:
-
(subtle as in: a subtle difference or thinker) not obvious, but understandable by someone with adequate sensitivity and relevant knowledge (perhaps depending upon fine distinctions)
or:
capable of understanding things that require sensitivity and relevant knowledge (perhaps understanding fine distinctions)
-
(subtle as in: a subtle shade of blue) understated so as not to draw excess attention