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.
這位藝術家巧妙地改變了畫中的顏色,以創造不同的情緒。
in a clever and indirect way
She subtly hinted at her feelings for him during their conversation.
她在談話中巧妙地暗示了她對他的感情。