subtle
adjective approving uk/ˈsʌt.əl/ us/ˈsʌt̬.əl/
C2 隐约的;暗淡的;不易察觉的，不明显的;微妙的
not loud, bright, noticeable, or obvious in any way
The room was painted a subtle shade of pink. 房间被刷成了淡粉色。
The play's message is perhaps too subtle to be understood by young children. 这部戏的内涵过于隐晦，小孩子可能难以理解。
细微的；细致的
small but important
There is a subtle difference between these two plans. 两个计划之间有一点细微的差别。
C2 微妙的，精妙的;巧妙的
achieved in a quiet way that does not attract attention to itself and is therefore good or clever
a subtle plan/suggestion 巧妙的计划／建议
subtle questions 巧妙的问题
- More examples
- I could detect subtle variances in fragrance as we strolled through the garden.
- Her conversation sparkled with her own subtle blend of wit and charm.
- The film's direction is subtle and stylish.
- The gradation in tempo in this piece of music is very subtle.
- The directors managed to secure a good deal for the company with a bit of subtle manoeuvring.