subtle /ˈsʌtl/ adj. 1.微妙的，难于捉摸的：the subtle smile 难以捉摸的微笑［考句］ There is a subtle difference in meaning between the words surroundings and environment. surroundings和environment在意思上有微妙的差别。2.诡秘的，狡猾的：subtle methods 诡秘的方法；a subtle plan to cheat someone 欺骗某人的狡猾计划 3.隐约的，清淡的：a subtle taste 一股清淡的味道；a subtle odor of perfume 一股幽雅的香水味道