27 entries under subtle topic. ×

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clever(adjective, sensitive, cunning, deceitful)
12
smooth(adjective, mean, cunning, deceitful)
8
intriguing(noun, adjective, mean, smooth, sensitive)
7
contriving(verb, adjective, dishonest, dubious, shrewd)
6
diplomatic(adjective, tactful, suave, politic)
5
arch(mean, smooth, cunning, knowing)
4
opportunistic(tactful, suave)
4
politic(adjective, cunning, shrewd, sly)
3
strategic(tactful, suave)
2
cautious(shrewd, tactful, sneaky, suave)
2
deft(adjective, cunning, tactful, suave)
0
adept(cunning, tactful, sly, treacherous)
0
bland(tactful, suave)
0
brainy(tactful, suave)
0
capable(tactful, suave)
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conciliatory(tactful, suave)
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courteous(tactful, suave)
0
delicate(tactful, suave)
0
dexterous(sensitive, intelligent, cunning, shrewd)
0
discreet(shrewd, tactful, suave, manipulative)
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