subtil — meaning in English
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English meaning
- subliminal adj Below the threshold of conscious awareness, though still capable of affecting thoughts or behavior.
- subtle adjective So slight or delicate that it is barely noticeable.
- understated adjective Simple and restrained rather than showy or exaggerated.
Senses
subtil is used for these senses in English:
- subliminal (physiology) Of a stimulus: below the limen or threshold of conscious perception, especially if still able to produce a response; also (generally) , below the threshold where a response can be produced. [from late 19th c.]
- subtle Of an argument or concept, words, etc.: requiring one to distinguish between fine points, especially if it is difficult to do so; nice; also (generally) , difficult to grasp; not easily understood or obvious.
subtle — full definition
- adjective So slight or delicate that it is barely noticeable.
- adjective Requiring careful thought to notice or understand; not obvious.
- adjective Skilled at noticing fine details or handling delicate situations tactfully.