subtlety

Definition

  • noun: the quality or state of being subtle
  • noun: the quality or state of being 'subtle'
  • usually plural
  • synonyms: cunning, craftiness, artfulness

Examples

  • The pianist performed with 'subtlety' and passion.

  • The movie lacks 'subtlety'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) The finest silk in all of Egypt. It reminded me of you. Your return is gift enough for me. So you never got married. Don't they teach subtlety in Caesar's army? You must have a hundred men fighting over you. A few. But you spoiled me for others. (..)
    2016 Ben-Hur