Dezent Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Dezent" is mainly used as adjective meaning "subtle", "discreet" or "understated". It is also used as adverb.

Essential properties of "dezent"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Adjective

Regular
  • Comparative: dezenter
  • Superlative: am dezentesten

Meanings of "dezent" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Subtle, discreet, not extravagant"

"Dezent", when used with this meaning, acts as adjective.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Kleid ist dezent und passt zu jedem Anlass.The dress is subtle and suitable for any occasion.
  2. Er hat dezent Parfüm aufgetragen, kaum wahrnehmbar.He applied perfume subtly, barely noticeable.
  3. Die Farben der Wohnung sind dezent und beruhigend.The colors of the apartment are subtle and calming.

2.) "In a subtle or discreet way"

"Dezent", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hat dezent auf das Problem hingewiesen.He subtly pointed out the problem.
  2. Sie hat dezent gelächelt, ohne viel Aufmerksamkeit zu erregen.She smiled discreetly, without attracting much attention.
  3. Er hat dezent seine Meinung geäußert, ohne jemanden zu beleidigen.He subtly expressed his opinion without offending anyone.
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