subtle
/ˈsʌtəl/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #5523 in the learning path
细微的；不易察觉的
Definitions
adj. Small or delicate enough to be difficult to notice
细微的；不易察觉的
adj. Expressed or achieved indirectly and skilfully
巧妙的；含蓄的
Example
The soup has a subtle hint of lemon.
这汤带有一丝淡淡的柠檬味。
Advertising can exert a subtle influence on consumers by associating products with desirable lifestyles.
广告将产品与令人向往的生活方式联系起来，从而潜移默化地影响消费者。
Collocations
- a subtle difference
- a subtle hint
- subtle influence
- a subtle flavour
Word family
- subtly (adv.)
- subtlety (n.)
Synonyms
- slight
- understated
Antonyms
- obvious
- blatant
Usage tip
b不发音；常形容难以察觉的差别或影响。
FAQ
- What does subtle mean?
- Small or delicate enough to be difficult to notice Expressed or achieved indirectly and skilfully
- How is subtle pronounced?
- UK /ˈsʌtəl/, US /ˈsʌtəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
