The term 'LACKING SUBTLETY' can be described by the crossword solutions CORNY (5 letters), BROAD (5 letters) and BLATANT (7 letters). CORNY is an adjective used to describe something that is overly sentimental, trite or humorous. BROAD is an adjective used to describe something that is general, not detailed or specific. BLATANT is an adjective used to describe something that is obvious, undisguised or unconcealed. All three words are used to describe something that is not subtle or delicate in its approach.