customize

verb

cus·​tom·​ize ˈkə-stə-ˌmīz How to pronounce customize (audio)
customized; customizing
Synonyms of customizenext

transitive verb

: to build, fit, or alter according to individual specifications
customizable adjective
customization noun
customizer noun

Examples of customize in a Sentence

The telephone company has offered to customize a plan for our business. The program can be customized to serve different purposes.
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Guests will receive a New Era hat for the corresponding team and can customize their caps on-site. Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 1 May 2026 The system supports interchangeable components and exposes low-level interfaces for secondary development, enabling researchers to customize control, perception, and task execution. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026 Liberty Home Guard is a standout for Floridians who want to customize their plan. Sharon Wu, USA Today, 1 May 2026 What was once your typical distillery tour is now a private experience only available to groups of up to eight that can be customized to individual preferences, with pricing to match. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for customize

Word History

First Known Use

1920, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of customize was in 1920

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“Customize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/customize. Accessed 5 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

customize

verb
cus·​tom·​ize ˈkəs-tə-ˌmīz How to pronounce customize (audio)
customized; customizing
: to build, fit, or change to suit a specific customer
a customized van

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