Associations to the word «Subtlety»
Noun
- Refinement
- Richness
- Ingenuity
- Complexity
- Tact
- Simplicity
- Intellect
- Delicacy
- Originality
- Deceit
- Grasp
- Wit
- Humour
- Vigour
- Obscurity
- Brilliance
- Reasoning
- Ambiguity
- Texture
- Clarity
- Insight
- Scruple
- Charm
- Malice
- Reviewer
- Palette
- Eloquence
- Intrigue
- Posture
- Connotation
- Craft
- Restraint
- Perception
- Elegance
- Lack
- Indira
- Masterpiece
- Sensitivity
- Vocabulary
- Depth
- Appreciation
- Imagination
- Humor
- Logic
- Browning
- Breadth
- Rapidity
- Precision
- Emotion
- Diligence
- Splendor
- Storytelling
- Essence
- Drow
- Distinction
- Secrecy
- Cruelty
- Shade
Adjective
Wiktionary
SUBTLETY, noun. (uncountable) The quality or fact of being subtle.
SUBTLETY, noun. (countable) An instance of being subtle, a subtle thing, especially a subtle argument or distinction.
SUBTLETY, noun. (countable) An ornate medieval illusion dish or table decoration, especially when made from one thing but crafted to look like another.
Dictionary definition
SUBTLETY, noun. A subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude; "without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor"; "don't argue about shades of meaning".
SUBTLETY, noun. The quality of being difficult to detect or analyze; "you had to admire the subtlety of the distinctions he drew".
Wise words
To use the same words is not a sufficient guarantee of
understanding; one must use the same words for the same
genus of inward experience; ultimately one must have one's
experiences in common.