Although nuance is defined as "a subtle distinction or variation," the adjective subtle is frequently seen modifying the noun: Ms. Fyfield is remarkably thorough in her psychological profiles, giving subtle nuances to characters who are mere passers-by in this psychodrama.
Actors have to study the nuances of facial expression to show the whole range of emotions.
Use nuance to refer to a very small difference in color, meaning, or feeling. What makes singers brilliant is not how loud they can sing a note, but how many nuances they can evoke through their approach.
Expression or appreciation of subtle shades of meaning, feeling, or tone: a rich artistic performance, full of nuance. To treat or consider with nuance; give nuances to: new information that nuanced their understanding of the situation.
A nuance is a small difference in sound, feeling, appearance, or meaning. Do you understand the nuances of British humour?
nu ance /ˈnuɑns, ˈnyu-, nuˈɑns, nyu-/ n. a slight difference or distinction, as in expression, meaning, color, tone, etc.:[countable] nuances of feeling in a poem. (-än siz, -än′ siz; Fr. -ä n s′). USA pronunciation. a very slight difference or variation in color or tone. 1. subtlety, nicety, hint, refinement.
nuance (third-person singular simple present nuances, present participle nuancing, simple past and past participle nuanced) (transitive) To apply a nuance to; to change or redefine in a subtle way.