subtilize

Phonetic Respelling: [ suht-l-ahyz, suhb-tuh-lahyz ]

Definition:

v. 1 to act or think subtly; 2 make more refined; 3 make more keen; sharpen; 4 to elevate in character; sublimate

Sentence:

With care we worked to subtilize the rumor into legend.

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With care we worked to subtilize the rumor into legend.

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Synonyms:

make a fine distinction; refine; sharpen; sublimate

Antonyms:

unrefine

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