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 of personalize

• 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

The aircraft interior is customizable, with clients able to personalize the seating layout and select finishes and materials. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026

Check the Jabees site for shipping and details on personalizing your speaker plates. — New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2026

This person is a local expert tasked exclusively with helping guests personalize and enhance their stay. — Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026

Brands are also aiming to personalize the all-inclusive experience to improve guest satisfaction and drive stronger results for owners. — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

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