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subtly

/ˈsʌt.əl.i/

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adverb

/ˈsʌt.əl.i/B2formal
  • ruНаречие, означающее 'тонко, незаметно' — деликатно, косвенно или с тонким различием. Описывает действия или изменения, которые не сразу очевидны или выполняются с тщательным нюансом.

An adverb meaning 'in a subtle manner' — delicately, indirectly, or with fine distinction. It describes actions or changes that are not immediately obvious or are done with careful nuance.

  1. In a delicate or understated wayB2formal

    In a manner that is not obvious or direct; done with careful nuance.

    ruТонко

    • She subtly hinted that she wanted to leave the party.
    • The artist subtly changed the colors in the painting.
    • He subtly shifted the conversation away from politics.

    Synonymsdelicatelyfinelyimperceptiblyinconspicuouslyindirectlylightlyunobtrusively

    Antonymsblatantlyconspicuouslyobviouslyopenlyovertly

  2. In a clever or indirect mannerC1formal

    In a way that shows intelligence or skill without being obvious.

    ruТонко

    • The writer subtly weaves multiple themes into the story.
    • She subtly manipulated the situation to her advantage.
    • The comedian subtly mocked the politician's speech.

    Synonymsartfullycleverlycunninglydeftlyimplicitlyindirectlyingeniouslyinsinuatinglyshrewdlyskillfully

    Antonymsblatantlynoticeablyobviouslyovertly

Forms
  • more subtly comparative form
  • most subtly superlative form
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