subtle
Aussprache: [ˈsʌtəl]
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Kontext: „similarity“
(adjective) when something is very delicate or not very obvious. It can be something that is hard to notice because it is so gentle or slight. For example, a subtle flavor in food means you can taste it, but it’s not very strong.
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The soup had a subtle hint of garlic that made it taste amazing.
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The flavor in the dish was not subtle; it was very overpowering and strong.
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Did you notice the subtle differences in the characters' personalities?
Kontext: „relationship“
(adjective) when someone understands something well but in a quiet or indirect way. This can be used to describe a person who is good at picking up on small signs or feelings that others might miss.
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She made a subtle suggestion that improved the project a lot.
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His response was not subtle at all; it was very blunt and direct.
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Can you be subtle when giving feedback to your friends?
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