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Undertone

usgb/ˈʌndərtəʊn/Volume
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Subtle EmphasisPlay
Undertone can stress a subtle quality or feeling that's not obvious. SlideDespite his smile, there was an undertone of sadness in his words.
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Implicit MeaningPlay
An undertone suggests something implied but not directly expressed. SlideHer compliment came with an undertone of envy.
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Cultural SensitivityPlay
Be attentive to cultural differences when detecting undertones. SlideHis joke carried an undertone that was misunderstood by the international audience.