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unsubtle

/ʌnˈsʌt.əl/
un · sub · tle

Adverb:unsubtly
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unsubtle Lexical Profile

unsubtle Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Making one's meaning, intentions, or emotions immediately obvious without delicacy, finesse, or restraint.

Example

"During the meeting, he dropped several unsubtle hints that he was expecting a promotion."


2

Lacking complexity, refinement, or fine gradations in style, flavor, color, or artistic expression.

Example

"The critic dismissed the film's score as loud and unsubtle, noting that it overpowered the actors' dialogue."

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