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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Leave the shell magnets plain or use paint, decoupaged napkins, and appliqués like jewels and pearls to make personalize them. Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2025 According to Park, each acupuncture treatment is personalized. Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 16 July 2025 Touting a thinner design and a bigger battery than its predecessor, the Galaxy Watch 8 doubles down on the AI health guidance launched on last year's Galaxy Watch 7 with features like antioxidant detection, personalized fitness plans, and more detailed sleep recommendations. PC Magazine, 10 July 2025 Guests complete a style quiz before their stay to personalize their looks, with all pieces available for purchase. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 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

Cite this Entry

“Personalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/personalize. Accessed 26 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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