nuance Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
    nicety; refinement; subtlety; shade.
    • without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor
    • don't argue about shades of meaning

WordNet


Nu`ance" noun
Etymology
F.
Definitions
  1. A shade of difference; a delicate gradation.

Webster 1913