nuance nu-ance (no͞o′äns′, nyo͞o′-, no͞o-äns′, nyo͞o-) n. tr.v. nu·anced, nu·anc·ing, nu·anc·es
1. A subtle or slight degree of difference, as in meaning, feeling, or tone; a gradation.
2. Expression or appreciation of subtle shades of meaning, feeling, or tone: a rich artistic performance, full of nuance.
