Nuance
['njuːɑːns]
Definition
(noun.) a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude; 'without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor'; 'don't argue about shades of meaning'.
Editor: Winthrop--From WordNet
Definition
(n.) A shade of difference; a delicate gradation.
Checked by Jacques
Definition
n. a delicate degree or shade of difference perceived by any of the senses or by the intellect.
Editor: Stanton