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subtle | ||
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A Tale of Two Cities | ||
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unspecified meaning
Show more There are no more uses of "subtle" in the book. To see samples from other sources, click a word sense below: as in: a subtle poison Define
working in an indirect or hidden way
as in: a subtle shade of blue
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understated so as not to draw attention to itself
as in: a subtle difference or thinker
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not obvious, but understandable by someone with adequate sensitivity and relevant knowledge (perhaps depending upon fine distinctions)
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capable of understanding things that require sensitivity and relevant knowledge (perhaps understanding fine distinctions)
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