nuance

• Différence subtile ou peu perceptible dans le sens, l'expression ou le ton; degré très fin de variation dans une nuance de couleur, de sentiment ou de pensée.

A subtle or delicate difference or distinction in meaning, expression, or tone.

1. Subtle differenceB2formal

   A very slight difference in meaning, expression, or sound.

   nuance (différence subtile)

   • The actor captured every nuance of the character's emotions.
   • There is a nuance between 'happy' and 'content' that is hard to explain.
   • She appreciated the nuance in his argument.

   Synonymesdistinctiongradationnicetyrefinementshadesubtletysuggestion

2. B2formal

   A delicate or subtle quality in something, such as color, tone, or meaning.

   Nuance subtile

   • The painting has a nuance of blue in the shadows.
   • His speech was full of nuance and irony.
   • The wine has a nuance of oak and vanilla.

   Synonymesdistinctiongradationnicetyrefinementshadesubtlety