nuanced
Nuanced (adj) means showing careful attention to small but meaningful differences; not simplistic. Example: “Her nuanced analysis avoided painting either side as purely right or wrong.”
How to use nuanced
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThoughtful and detailed, rather than black-and-white.
Word forms
more nuanced comparative, most nuanced superlative
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Her _____ analysis avoided painting either side as purely right or wrong.
Etymology
From nuance + -ed.
Rhymes for nuanced
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What does “nuanced” mean?
The word “nuanced” means showing careful attention to small but meaningful differences; not simplistic. In plain terms, thoughtful and detailed, rather than black-and-white.
How do you use “nuanced” in a sentence?
Here is “nuanced” used in a sentence: “Her nuanced analysis avoided painting either side as purely right or wrong.”
What part of speech is “nuanced”?
“Nuanced” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of nuanced?
"nuanced" (adj) means showing careful attention to small but meaningful differences; not simplistic.