nuanced

American  

[noo-ahnst, nyoo-, noo-ahnst, nyoo-] / ˈnu ɑnst, ˈnyu-, nuˈɑnst, nyu- /

adjective

1. expressing or involving subtle distinctions: Life is wonderfully nuanced, textured, complicated, beautiful, and rich.

   Their opinions are always nuanced and informing.

   Life is wonderfully nuanced, textured, complicated, beautiful, and rich.

2. characterized by slight difference or variation in color, tone, flavor, etc..

   Dawn and dusk imposed softer, darker shades of nuanced, shadowed light.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of nuance.

Other Word Forms

• unnuanced adjective

Etymology

Origin of nuanced

nuanc(e) ( def. ) + -ed ³ ( def. )

Example Sentences

“These are nuanced questions, far beyond your comprehension! My social position, my financial security…” Her voice tailed off.

From Literature

Ms. Gibson’s “The Great Resistance” is a narrative history brimming with action, while Mr. Hazareesingh’s “Daring to Be Free” is a more measured and nuanced account of African resistance.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Look, I want to be nuanced here,” Howard said.

From Los Angeles Times

Unfortunately, many of the serious scholars who study America—its history, literature and culture—fail to provide a balanced and nuanced account of the country’s complex tale.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I want really nuanced, layered characters,” she continues.

From Los Angeles Times