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Definition subtle in British English

subtle adjective

adjective
/ˈsʌt(ə)l/
1

not obvious, and therefore difficult to notice

Example

a subtle scent of lilacs

Example

I detected a subtle change in his attitude towards us.

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unclear subtle underlying
2

indirect in a way that prevents people from noticing what you are trying to do

Example

He was being so subtle, I didn't realize he liked me.

Example

subtle manipulation

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faint invisible subtle
3

showing an ability to notice and understand small things that other people do not

Example

subtle observations

Example

It's a subtle argument, but very convincing when you think about it.

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genius intelligent wise
4

delicate and complicated in an attractive way

Example

intricate and subtle patterns

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beaded bedecked bejewelled
Definition subtle in British English