What is the meaning of subtlety?

noun

  • A subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude.
    • usage: "without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor"; "don't argue about shades of meaning"
  • The quality of being difficult to detect or analyze.
    • usage: "you had to admire the subtlety of the distinctions he drew"
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