nuance
nu-ance/ˈnuːɑns/US
noun
- 1
A minor distinction.
hidden nuances
- 2
Subtlety or fine detail.
Understanding the basics is easy, but appreciating the nuances takes years.
verb
- 1
To apply a nuance to; to change or redefine in a subtle way.
Etymology
From French nuance, "shade of colour", from nue ("cloud").
Synonyms
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