subtle
adjectiveNot obvious and requiring care to notice or understand.
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insidious
adjectiveDeveloping subtly or gradually in a harmful way.
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nounA fine detail, subtle distinction, or point of precision.
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nounA subtle difference in meaning, expression, or tone.
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nounA subtle quality, feeling, or suggestion beneath the main meaning; also a low tone of voice.
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