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nuanced

[ˈnjuːænst]
adjective
matizado
1. characterized by subtle shades of meaning or expression; showing fine distinctions or details
The film offers a nuanced portrayal of complex social issues.
O filme oferece um retrato matizado de questões sociais complexas.
2. having or showing careful attention to delicate differences and distinctions
Her nuanced approach to the problem revealed hidden solutions.
Sua abordagem matizada do problema revelou soluções ocultas.
3. subtle, refined, or delicate in character or quality
The wine has nuanced flavors of oak and berries.
O vinho tem sabores matizados de carvalho e frutas silvestres.
Synonyms
subtlerefinedsophisticateddelicatedetailed
Antonyms
simplisticcrudebluntobviousunrefined

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
matizado
most common usage
Brazil
sutil
alternative, emphasizing subtlety
Portugal
matizado
standard usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
sofisticado
alternative emphasizing sophistication

Related Idioms & Phrases

reading between the lines
the devil is in the details
a fine distinction
splitting hairs
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