nuanced

adjective

nu·anced ˈnü-ˌän(t)st

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nü-ˈän(t)st,

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Synonyms of nuanced next

: having nuances : having or characterized by subtle and often appealingly complex qualities, aspects, or distinctions (as in character or tone)

a nuanced performance

Whenever the movie focusses on Van Doren and Goodwin and Stempel, it treats them as nuanced human beings. But other characters in the film … are sketched less fully.—

Ken Auletta

And in this rare instance, the family-friendly franchise isn't a bland, pabulum compromise but a more inspired, nuanced alternative.—

Mike Flaherty

This more psychologically nuanced self-examination requires that we honestly challenge our beliefs and summon the courage to act on that information, which may lead to fresh ways of thinking about our lives and our goals.—

Camille Sweeney and Josh Gosfield

Examples of nuanced in a Sentence

a nuanced, shaded representation of a hot-button issue that is too often depicted in black and white a sauce with a nuanced lemon flavor that doesn't overwhelm the taste of the fish

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The reality is a bit more nuanced and depends on a variety of factors, but most of the research examining current tariffs imposed on China and other countries finds that American consumers and importers bear most of the burden. —

Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 But cargo container trade data reviewed by CNBC tells a more nuanced tale. —

Lori Ann Larocco, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2024 And often, to simplify the story and connect the dots in a more easily digestible way, a player may get editorial credit in the final cut for a move that, in reality, was more nuanced and involved multiple parties. —

Dalton Ross, EW.com, 21 Nov. 2024 From the heart-pounding intensity of Speed and Twister to the nuanced drama of Selma and Straight Outta Compton, Greg’s work has consistently elevated storytelling through the power of sound. —

Tom Tapp, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nuanced