Both Uses of
subtle
in
Harry Potter (#5) and the Order of the Phoenix
- 'Subtlety has never been Peeves's strong point.†
Chpt 14 *
- 'You have no subtlety, Potter,' said Snape, his dark eyes glittering.†
Chpt 24
Definition:
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(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)