nicety nicety /ˈnaɪsɪti/

noun

1. () Conformity with some esthetic standard of correctness or propriety  ( rightness , justness , nicety )
   conformity with some esthetic standard of correctness or propriety
    It was performed with justness and beauty
   it was performed with justness and beauty
   
2. A subtle difference in meaning, opinion or attitude  ( nicety , refinement , subtlety , nuance , shade )
   a subtle difference in meaning, opinion or attitude
    Without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor
   without understanding the finer nuances you can't enjoy the humor
    Don't argue about shades of meaning
   don't argue about shades of meaning