sized

adjective

ˈsīzd 

ˌsīzd

1

: having a specified size or bulk

—usually used in combination

a small-sized house

2

: arranged or adjusted according to size

Examples of sized in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For a typical mid-sized EV, this translates to an extra 30–40 miles (48–64 kilometers) per charge, providing greater usable driving distance, lower running costs, and reduced energy consumption. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Nov. 2025

Despite painful layoffs and other cost-cutting measures, the public broadcasting system remains intact and is still capable of HBO- and Netflix-sized moments, such as the latest from Burns. —Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 16 Nov. 2025

View gallery - 12 images This pint-sized tiny house only measures 172 sq ft (16 sq m) but manages to squeeze in a surprisingly livable interior suitable for one or two people to live off-grid full-time. —New Atlas, 16 Nov. 2025

Hananona Artificial Topiary Cedar Trees Grab a set of two realistic cedar trees that are perfectly sized for your entryway. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing sized

• bite-sized
• good-sized
• king-sized
• life-sized
• man-sized
• medium-sized
• middle-sized
• pint-sized
• plus-sized
• pocket-sized

Rhymes for sized

• advised
• apprised
• apprized
• baptised
• baptized
• capsized
• chastised
• cognized
• comprised
• despised
• devised
• disguised

Kids Definition

sized

adjective

ˈsīzd 

ˌsīzd

1

: having a specified size

small-sized

2

: arranged or adjusted according to size