noun · Medium SAT word

    Subtlety

    nuance; a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

    Subtlety in a sentence

    The subtlety of her tone was lost in translation.

    Synonyms for subtlety

    Antonyms for subtlety

    • obviousness
    • bluntness
    • crudeness

    Practice subtlety on real SAT questions

    Vocabulary like subtlety appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.

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