The meaning of SUBTLY is in a subtle manner : with subtlety : so as to be subtle. How to use subtly in a sentence.

SUBTLY definition: 1. in a way that is small and difficult to notice or describe, but important: 2. in a way that is…. Learn more.

SUBTLY definition: in a way that is so fine or delicate as to be difficult to perceive. See examples of subtly used in a sentence.

The adverb subtly describes something that's done in a delicate or understated way. You could subtly suggest to your best friend that a breath mint might taste good, rather than telling her …

1. faint or delicate in quality, and therefore difficult to describe or explain.

Definition of subtly adverb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Something that is subtle is not immediately obvious or noticeable. ...the slow and subtle changes that take place in all living things. Intolerance can take subtler forms too.