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nuance

noun

A subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

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Word length
6
Starts with
N
Ends with
E
Contains
UA
Scrabble score
8

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Pronunciation

ˈnjuː.ɑːns

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noun

  1. A subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude

    “Without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor”

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Example Sentences

Without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor
Don't argue about shades of meaning

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