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subtileza

[sub-ti-le-za]
nounfemininepl: subtilezas
subtlety
1. The quality of being subtle; delicacy or fineness of perception, understanding, or expression
The subtlety of the painting lies in its use of light and shadow.
A subtileza da pintura está no uso da luz e sombra.
2. A fine or delicate distinction; a nuance
There are important subtleties in the legal language that should not be overlooked.
Existem subtilezas importantes na linguagem legal que não devem ser ignoradas.
3. Cleverness or cunning in a subtle manner
He used subtlety and charm to persuade them.
Ele usou subtileza e charme para persuadi-los.
Synonyms
finuradelicadezanuançarefinamentosagacidadeastúcia
Antonyms
grosseriarudezavulgaridadeobviedadeclareza

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
subtileza
Standard usage; commonly used in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
subtileza
Widely used in business and academic contexts
Portugal
subtileza
Standard usage; often used in literary and formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

com subtileza
sem subtileza
perderse em subtilezas
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