unsubtle

adjective

un·​sub·​tle ˌən-ˈsə-tᵊl How to pronounce unsubtle (audio)
unsubtler; unsubtlest
: not indirect or difficult to perceive : not subtle
an unsubtle hint/reminder
Historical records suggest that subtle variations in the sun's energy output can have decidedly unsubtle effects on the earth's climate …M. Mitchell Waldrop
unsubtly
ˌən-ˈsət-lē
-ˈsə-tᵊl-(l)ē How to pronounce unsubtle (audio)
adverb

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Ads like Carl’s Jr.’s are unsubtle seductions, but what is The Substance trying to seduce its viewers into experiencing and considering otherwise? Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 12 Feb. 2025 The fight between racists and antiracists has been described as clashes, an unsubtle implication that this is a war of equals with both sides having legitimate concerns. Banseka Kayembe, refinery29.com, 22 Aug. 2024 Swift is known for littering her looks with Easter eggs for fans, but this look is an unsubtle show of support for Kelce, no doubt about it. Sam Reed, Glamour, 3 Feb. 2025 Amid all this, cryptocurrency assets are skyrocketing in value thanks to Trump’s unsubtle promises to nix regulation of an industry that also funneled millions into his comeback. Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 23 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for unsubtle 

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unsubtle was in the 15th century

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“Unsubtle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unsubtle. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.

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