subtly
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/ˈsʌtəli/
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/ˈsʌtəli/
in a way that is not very noticeable or obvious
The artist subtly changed the colors in the painting to create a different mood.
这位艺术家巧妙地改变了画中的颜色,以创造不同的情绪。
in a clever and indirect way
She subtly hinted at her feelings for him during their conversation.
她在谈话中巧妙地暗示了她对他的感情。