variants
or less commonly bespoken
bi-ˈspō-kən 
bē-
1
a
: custom-made
a bespoke suit
b
: dealing in or producing custom-made articles
a bespoke tailor
2
dialect
: engaged
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In the English language of yore, the verb bespeak had various meanings, including “to speak,” “to accuse,” and “to complain.” In the 16th century, bespeak acquired another meaning: “to order or arrange in advance.” It is from that sense that we get the adjective bespoke, referring to clothes and other things that are ordered before they are made. Bespoke has enjoyed a spike in usage in recent years, perhaps due to consumer trends that champion all things artisanal over those that are prefab.
Examples of bespoke in a Sentence
a wealthy man who can easily afford bespoke suits
Recent Examples on the Web
The bespoke piece featured the initials G, C and L, representing the children in their birth order.
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Janine Henni, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Cusick Motorsports creates bespoke programs for its partners and creates experiences that help drive meaningful relationships and business in a true business-to-business model.
—Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
The two- and three- bedroom homes are appointed with the highest-quality finishes, oak cabinetry in the bespoke kitchens and bath, brassware accents, state-of-the-art technology, and an attention to sustainability.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025
The 1992 Belgian Grand Prix Senna helmet was created by manufacturer Shoei and was a bespoke racing version of its X-4 model, constructed to be 100-200g lighter than the standard version.
—Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
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Janine Henni, People.com, 30 Apr. 2025
Cusick Motorsports creates bespoke programs for its partners and creates experiences that help drive meaningful relationships and business in a true business-to-business model.
—Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 29 Apr. 2025
The two- and three- bedroom homes are appointed with the highest-quality finishes, oak cabinetry in the bespoke kitchens and bath, brassware accents, state-of-the-art technology, and an attention to sustainability.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2025
The 1992 Belgian Grand Prix Senna helmet was created by manufacturer Shoei and was a bespoke racing version of its X-4 model, constructed to be 100-200g lighter than the standard version.
—Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 29 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for bespoke
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“Bespoke.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bespoke. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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