Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

subtly

[suht-l-lee, suht-lee] / ˈsʌt l li, ˈsʌt li /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

He also tried to subtly rebut concerns among those who had watched the debate and were appalled by Graham’s gaffe.

From Slate Aug. 25, 2026

Vance took a subtly centrist tone in his speech, evoking his blue-collar upbringing while avoiding much of the harsh rhetoric that has made Trump so divisive.

From Barron's Aug. 21, 2026

A person's posture may subtly affect both emotional state and decision-making, according to new research from McGill University.

From Science Daily Aug. 5, 2026

Replace some of the water in your focaccia dough with olive brine and you’ll end up with bread that’s subtly seasoned from the inside out.

From Salon Jul. 7, 2026

The exact X-ray data should help us go ahead much faster with the more subtly constructed DNA molecule.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson




Vocabulary lists containing subtly


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training