personalize

verb

per·​son·​al·​ize ˈpərs-nə-ˌlīz 

ˈpər-sə-nə-

personalized; personalizing

transitive verb

1

: personify

2

: to make personal or individual

specifically : to mark as the property of a particular person

personalized stationery

personalization

ˌpərs-nə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

ˌpər-sə-nə-

noun

Synonyms

• embody
• express
• incorporate
• body
• symbolize

Examples of personalize in a Sentence

in the character of the good-hearted, virtuous seaman, the author has personalized the concept of perfect innocence

Recent Examples on the Web

For business leaders, the evolution of employee benefits will center around digital solutions powered by data and personalized for each individual. —Saket Chaudhari, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025

For example, some fabric sellers offer customizable bundles, while digital templates can be tailored to your project (such as your text of choice), and DIY craft kits can be personalized. —Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2025

With the Beats Solo 4, you get personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking. —PC Magazine, 28 July 2025

Guests can personalize their wellness experience by emphasizing spirituality, physical activity, or relaxation. —Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 26 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1741, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for personalize

• actualize
• antagonize
• apologise
• apologize
• capitalize
• categorize
• characterize
• commercialize
• conceptualize
• contrariwise
• criminalize
• decentralize

Kids Definition

personalize

verb

per·​son·​al·​ize ˈpərs-nə-ˌlīz 

-ᵊn-ə-

personalized; personalizing

1

: personify sense 1

2

: to make personal

especially : to mark as belonging to a particular person

personalized stationery