GRE Word List

SUBTLETY

the quality or state of being subtle

The meaning of the word subtlety is the quality or state of being subtle.

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WordMeaning
veerto change direction or course
gargoylea spout in the form of a grotesque human or animal figure projecting from a roof gutter to throw rainwater clear of a building
swaggerto conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner
eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
temerityunreasonable or foolhardy contempt of danger or opposition : rashness
thriveto grow vigorously : flourish
hueoverall character or appearance to the mind : complexion
warblea melodious succession of low pleasing sounds
obtusenot pointed or acute : blunt
domineerto exercise arbitrary or overbearing control