nicety
(noun)
noun
1. conformity with some esthetic standard of correctness or propriety
Similar word(s): justness, rightness
Definition categories: attribute, conformance, conformity
2. a subtle difference in meaning or opinion or attitude
Similar word(s): nuance, refinement, shade, subtlety
Definition categories: communication, import, meaning, significance, signification
Sentences with nicety as a noun:
- A rocket-propelled grenade doesn't have the nicety of a sniper round, but you must admit its effectiveness.