Nor as yet have we subtilized ourselves into savages.
Burke.
Sub"til*ize, v. i. To refine in argument; to make very nice
distinctions. Milner.
Sub"til*i`zer (?), n. One who subtilizes.
Sub"til*ty (?), n. [Contr. fr. subtility.] 1. The quality or state of
being subtile; thinness; fineness; as, the subtility of air or light.