nuanced
adjective/ˈnjuːɑːnst/
/ˈnuːɑːnst/
- with very slight differences in meaning or expression
- As her career progressed, her work became more complex and nuanced.
- Most of the important decisions we make are highly nuanced, and very few are black and white.
Word OriginEarly 20th century: from nuance + -ed.Want to learn more?
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