subtle

/ˈsʌt(ə)l/
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Difficulty LevelIntermediate

Standard vocabulary

Word FrequencyVery Common

Used frequently in everyday conversation

Syllables2

Moderate complexity

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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.

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