subtle

subtil, léger

Si léger ou discret qu’il est difficile à remarquer.

En anglais simple : Small or gentle enough to be difficult to notice.

• There is a subtle difference in color.
• She gave him a subtle hint.
• I noticed subtle changes in his voice.

Synonymes : slight, faint, delicate

Contraires : obvious

Expressions courantes : subtle difference, subtle change, subtle hint, subtle scent

subtil, nuancé

Qui comporte des différences petites mais importantes, nécessitant une réflexion attentive pour être comprises.

En anglais simple : Involving small but important differences that need careful thought to understand.

• Her argument is quite subtle.
• The law makes a subtle distinction between these cases.
• His subtle reasoning was difficult to follow.

Synonymes : nuanced, fine, intricate

Expressions courantes : subtle argument, subtle distinction, subtle reasoning