personalize

verb

per·​son·​al·​ize ˈpərs-nə-ˌlīz How to pronounce personalize (audio)
ˈpər-sə-nə-
personalized; personalizing
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transitive verb

1
: personify
2
: to make personal or individual
specifically : to mark as the property of a particular person
personalized stationery
personalization
ˌpərs-nə-lə-ˈzā-shən How to pronounce personalize (audio)
ˌpər-sə-nə-
noun

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in the character of the good-hearted, virtuous seaman, the author has personalized the concept of perfect innocence
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This looks like their feedback actually being utilized, their offers getting more personalized and their rewards becoming more tailored. — Zsuzsa Kecsmar, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026 The company said riders will be able to personalize their Robotaxi experience with different features such as climate settings and seat position. — Keith Laing, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 Nubuck, suede and leather overlays sit atop an open double mesh upper, while interchangeable Velcro logo patches and alternate lace options allow wearers to personalize the look. — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 The flight attendant was attentive without being intrusive, handling meal service and smaller requests in an efficient but friendly manner that made the overnight crossing feel personalized rather than just riding in a comfortable space. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for personalize

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1741, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of personalize was circa 1741

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“Personalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personalize. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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personalize

verb
per·​son·​al·​ize ˈpərs-nə-ˌlīz How to pronounce personalize (audio)
-ᵊn-ə-
personalized; personalizing
1
: personify sense 1
2
: to make personal
especially : to mark as belonging to a particular person
personalized stationery
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