subtle
/ˈsʌt(ə)l/
🔵 Intermediate
Word Statistics
Difficulty LevelIntermediate
Standard vocabulary
Word FrequencyVery Common
Used frequently in everyday conversation
Syllables2
Moderate complexity
Analysis:
- • Common vocabulary word
- • Simple pronunciation
adjective
1. Hard to grasp; not obvious or easily understood; barely noticeable.
"The difference is subtle, but you can hear it if you listen carefully."
Antonyms: simple
2. (of a thing) Cleverly contrived.
3. (of a person or animal) Cunning, skillful.
Synonyms: crafty, cunning, skillful
4. Insidious.
Synonyms: deceptive, malicious
5. Tenuous; rarefied; of low density or thin consistency.
6. Refined; exquisite.
Synonyms
≠ Antonyms
Source: en.wiktionary.org
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