Nittygritty = the essential substance or details of a matter; basics; crux
2.Spur = anything that goads, impels, or urges, as to action, speed, or achievement. "on the spur of the moment, without deliberation; impulsively; suddenly:" 3.Indispensable = Absolutely necessary 4.Abstract = Existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence. 5.Intricate = Very complicated or detailed."an intricate network of canals" 6.Subtle = Making use of clever and indirect methods to achieve something."he tried a more subtle approach" 7.Persuasive = Good at persuading someone to do or believe something through reasoning or the use of temptation. "an informative and persuasive speech"