Subtlety or Subtelty
“Subtlety” is correct; “subtelty” is incorrect.
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subtelty
Incorrect spelling - “Subtelty” is a misspelling missing ‘t’.
"subtelty" is a common misspelling of "subtlety". Always use "subtlety" when referring to the correct word.
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subtlety
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Subtlety” means the quality of being subtle.
Definition of subtlety
"subtlety": “Subtlety” means the quality of being subtle.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for subtlety
- • delicacy
- • nuance
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The subtlety of art.
"Correct:" Appreciate its subtlety.
"Correct:" Political subtlety matters.
"Correct:" He missed the subtlety.
"Incorrect:" The subtelty.
"Incorrect:" Her subtelty impressed us.
Notes:
- • Keep ‘subtle’.
- • Add -ty.
- • Common typo.
- • Silent ‘b’.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is subtelty correct?
A: No.
Q: Correct spelling?
A: Subtlety.
Summary
Always use “subtlety.”