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nuances

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˈnuɑnsɪz// UK //njˈuːənsɪz// nu·ances

n. small, subtle differences in meaning, sound, or feeling. You use this word when you want to talk about details that are not obvious at first.

n. subtle distinctions or variations in expression, meaning, response, or tone. Often refers to the delicate shades of meaning that distinguish similar concepts.


SIMPLE

The actor captured all the nuances of the character.

CONTEXTUAL

A professional translator must understand the cultural nuances of a language to avoid making embarrassing mistakes.

COMPLEX

The diplomat's success depended on his ability to navigate the nuances of the negotiation, where a single word choice could signal either compromise or aggression.

Synonyms
Usage

Frequently used in the plural form to describe the complexity of a subject.

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