1. the quality of being subtle; delicacy or refinement in perception, understanding, or expression

Examples

• The subtleness of her argument was lost on the audience.
• He appreciated the subtleness of the wine’s flavor.
• The painting’s beauty lay in the subtleness of its color gradations.
• Her subtleness in handling the difficult situation impressed everyone.
• The subtleness of the author’s humor made the book enjoyable to read.
• The diplomat’s subtleness helped avoid a major conflict.