unsubtle Definition
- 1(of a person or their behavior) lacking subtlety; obvious or unrefined
- 2(of a thing) lacking delicacy or subtlety; crude or obvious
Using unsubtle: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "unsubtle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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His unsubtle approach to flirting was not appreciated by most women.
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The movie's humor was too unsubtle for my taste.
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The painting's colors were bold and unsubtle.
unsubtle Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for unsubtle
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Phrases with unsubtle
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She gave him an unsubtle hint that she was not interested in going out with him.
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The politician's speech contained an unsubtle message about his opponent's lack of experience.
an approach that is not at all subtle, often bordering on being rude or aggressive
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His unsubtle approach to sales was not appreciated by most customers.
Summary: unsubtle in Brief
'Unsubtle' [ˌʌnˈsʌtl] describes a person, behavior, or thing that lacks subtlety, delicacy, or refinement. It can refer to blunt or unsophisticated approaches, as in 'His unsubtle approach to flirting was not appreciated by most women,' or to things that are crude or obvious, as in 'The movie's humor was too unsubtle for my taste.' Phrases like 'unsubtle hint' and 'unsubtle message' denote hints or messages that are conveyed in a very obvious or blunt manner.
