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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈsʌtəli/
subtly means: In a clever, indirect, or delicate way that is not immediately obvious.
adverb
CLEVERLY INDIRECTC1
In a clever, indirect, or delicate way that is not immediately obvious.
- She subtly hinted that it was time to leave.
- The lighting subtly changes the mood of the room.
- He subtly guided the discussion towards his own idea.
Questions about subtly
What does subtly mean?
In a clever, indirect, or delicate way that is not immediately obvious.
What is subtly in other languages?
Türkçe: ustaca · Español: sutilmente · Français: subtilement · Deutsch: subtil · Italiano: sottilmente · 日本語: 巧妙に
How do you pronounce subtly?
It is pronounced /ˈsʌtəli/.
How do you use subtly in a sentence?
She subtly hinted that it was time to leave. The lighting subtly changes the mood of the room.
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