Subtle Synonyms

66 subtle synonyms include fine, fine-drawn, ultra-fine, nice, overnice, minute, precise, narrow, tenuous, and hair-splitting. Subtle is an adjective, and its antonyms are crude and artless. Here are some additional synonyms for "subtle" with example sentences.

Another word for Subtle

66 other ways to say subtle.

1. fine

2. understated

  • washed out  
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  • vague
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  • understated  
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  • toned down  
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  • subdued  
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  • soft
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  • pale  
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  • muted  
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  • low-key  
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  • indistinct  
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  • indefinite  
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  • faint  
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  • delicate
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3. astute

  • wise
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  • skilful  
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  • shrewd  
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  • sharp
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  • sensitive
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  • savvy  
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  • sapient  
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  • sagacious  
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  • razor-sharp  
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  • razor-like  
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  • rapier-like  
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  • quick  
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  • politic  
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  • perspicacious  
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  • percipient  
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  • perceptive  
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  • penetrating  
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  • on the ball  
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  • keen
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  • intelligent
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  • fine
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  • discriminating  
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  • discerning  
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  • clever
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  • canny  
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  • aware
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  • astute  
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  • artful  
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  • acute
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4. ingenious

  • wily  
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  • skilful  
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  • ingenious  
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  • devious  
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  • cunning
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  • crafty  
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  • clever
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  • artful  
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  • adroit  
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Use subtle in a Sentence

His smile had a subtle meaning.

She made a subtle suggestion.

The flavor is very subtle.