Pronunciation: /sʌb.taɪl/

Definitions of subtile

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. 'Subtile' means subtle or delicate in meaning or intent.

Example Sentences

A1 The cat's fur was soft and subtile to the touch.

A2 The subtile fragrance of the flowers filled the room.

B1 She used subtile hints to indicate her true feelings.

B2 The artist's subtile use of color created a stunning masterpiece.

C1 The novel's subtile humor added depth to the story.

C2 The subtile nuances in the music revealed the composer's genius.

Examples of subtile in a Sentence

formal The artist used a subtile color palette to create a sense of tranquility in the painting.

informal I love how subtile the flavors are in this dish, it's so delicious!

slang Her outfit is so subtile, I wish I had her sense of style.

figurative His subtile manipulation of the situation went unnoticed by most people.

Grammatical Forms of subtile

past tense

subtiled

plural

subtiles

comparative

more subtile

superlative

most subtile

present tense

subtiles

future tense

will subtile

perfect tense

have subtiled

continuous tense

is subtiling

singular

subtile

positive degree

subtile

infinitive

to subtile

gerund

subtiling

participle

subtiled

Origin and Evolution of subtile

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'subtile' originated from the Latin word 'subtilis', meaning fine or thin.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the spelling of 'subtile' evolved to 'subtle' in modern English, while still retaining a similar meaning of delicate or nuanced.