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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The Break, a lounge for ages 11 to 15, features virtual reality gaming, interactive entertainment and content-creation studios customized to older kids. Katie Lara, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026 Additionally, the home's materials and furniture can be customized to suit the owner. New Atlas, 22 May 2026 An open development ecosystem also allows developers to customize and expand its capabilities. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 May 2026 The other party can even customize the app to their liking. ArsTechnica, 20 May 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 24 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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