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Meaning of
nicety
in English
nicety
us
//ˈnɪs.ɪ.ti//
uk
//ˈnɪs.ɪ.ti//
#moderate
Plural
niceties
Definitions
Noun
a
small
detail
or
difference
;
subtlety
The
designer
paid
attention
to
every
nicety
in
the
product's
design
.
precision
or
exactness
in
use
The
lawyer
argued
that
the
nicety
of
the
law
required
a
careful
interpretation
.
sensitivity
to
subtle
distinctions
The
diplomat's
nicety
in
handling
the
situation
helped
to
avoid
conflict
.
delicacy
of
character
(
excessive
refinement
)
Her
nicety
of
manner
made
her
a
popular
guest
at
social
gatherings
.
