Subtilize

Pronunciation: /ˈsəbtəˌlaɪz/

Definitions of subtilize

verb to make subtle or refined; to make more subtle or refined

Example Sentences

A1 She tried to subtilize her message so that even a child could understand.

A2 The artist subtilized the colors in his painting to create a more realistic effect.

B1 The chef subtilized the flavors in the dish by adding a hint of lemon.

B2 The author subtilized the plot of the novel to keep the readers guessing until the end.

C1 The scientist subtilized the data to uncover hidden patterns and correlations.

C2 The filmmaker's use of lighting and sound subtilized the emotional impact of the scene.

Examples of subtilize in a Sentence

formal The artist used intricate techniques to subtilize the details in the painting.

informal She has a talent for subtilizing flavors in her cooking.

slang I can subtilize the hidden messages in his texts.

figurative The author's use of symbolism allows readers to subtilize the deeper meaning of the story.

Grammatical Forms of subtilize

• past tense: subtilized
• plural: subtilizes
• comparative: more subtilized
• superlative: most subtilized
• present tense: subtilizes
• future tense: will subtilize
• perfect tense: has subtilized
• continuous tense: is subtilizing
• singular: subtilize
• positive degree: subtilize
• infinitive: to subtilize
• gerund: subtilizing
• participle: subtilizing

Origin and Evolution of subtilize

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'subtilize' originated from the Latin word 'subtilis' meaning fine or delicate.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to mean to make subtle or refine something, the word 'subtilize' has evolved to also mean to make subtle distinctions or to refine one's thinking or reasoning.