De subtiliteit
Example: De subtiliteit van zijn argumenten overtuigde zelfs de meest kritische luisteraars.
Definition
"De subtiliteit" refers to the quality of being subtle, characterized by delicate and precise distinctions or nuances. It often implies refined complexity and slight, clever details that may not be immediately obvious but are important to understanding or appreciating something fully.
Etymology
The word "de subtiliteit" comes from the Dutch adaptation of the Latin word 'subtilitas,' meaning fineness or delicacy. Did you know? The Latin root 'subtilis' literally means 'fine, thin, or delicate,' which perfectly captures the essence of subtlety in thought or expression.
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"De subtiliteit" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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