personalize

verb

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

transitive verb

1
2
: to make personal or individual
specifically : to mark as the property of a particular person
personalized stationery
personalization noun

Examples of personalize in a Sentence

in the character of the good-hearted, virtuous seaman, the author has personalized the concept of perfect innocence
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Though there are mandatory talking points along the route, each docent is free to personalize his or her approach. Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2025 Applications Across Industries In digital learning environments, emotional AI can help personalize content delivery. Harshal Shah, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025 This bulb allows for scheduling and scene creation to personalize your lighting experience. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 July 2025 Engraving stations for personalizing jewelry are being set up. David Moin, Footwear News, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for personalize

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1741, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 11 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

personalize

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

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