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subtlety

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Noun — The quality of being delicate, faint, or not obvious.

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Etymology

From Old French sutilté, from Latin subtilitas, from subtilis ("subtle").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “subtlety” mean?

The word “subtlety” means the quality of being delicate, faint, or not obvious. In plain terms, a fine, delicate quality or detail that takes attention to notice.

How do you pronounce “subtlety”?

“Subtlety” is pronounced SUHTL-tee (/ˈsʌt(ə)lti/ in IPA).

How do you use “subtlety” in a sentence?

Here is “subtlety” used in a sentence: “The subtlety of the joke meant half the audience missed it.”

What part of speech is “subtlety”?

“Subtlety” is a noun.

Where does the word “subtlety” come from?

The word “subtlety” comes from Latin. From Old French sutilté, from Latin subtilitas, from subtilis ("subtle").

How many meanings does “subtlety” have?

“Subtlety” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of being delicate, faint, or not obvious.

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