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Definition of nuanced

nuanced

/ˈnuː.ɑːnst/
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• adjective

1

Characterized by subtle shades of meaning, expression, or sound; complex and finely differentiated rather than simplistic.

Example

"The historian offered a nuanced analysis of the causes of the revolution rather than blaming a single factor."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the noun "nuance" plus the suffix "-ed." "Nuance" was borrowed from French in the late 18th century, deriving from the Old French verb "nuer" (to shade or make shades of color), which traces back to Latin "nubes" (cloud).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nuanced. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nuanced
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