stylize

verb

styl·​ize ˈstī(-ə)-ˌlīz 

stylized; stylizing

transitive verb

: to conform to a conventional style

specifically : to represent or design according to a style or stylistic pattern rather than according to nature or tradition

stylization

ˌstī-lə-ˈzā-shən 

noun

Examples of stylize in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Throughout the film, there’s a tone that blends realism with something more stylized. —Okla Jones, Essence, 5 May 2026

Zendaya wore hers with a billowy white maxi skirt and crew socks — an unexpected combo that feels highly stylized to her. —Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026

Told through first-person narration and stylized imagery, the film charts his attempts to reconcile a criminal past with family obligations and shifting moral ground. —Lise Pedersen, Variety, 24 Apr. 2026

The sign features stylized imagery reflecting the entertainment industry, including cameras, costumes and set design elements that represent the neighborhood’s artistic roots. —City News Service, Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1898, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for stylize

• advise
• applies
• apprise
• arise
• assize
• baptize
• belies
• bitwise
• capsize
• chastise
• chordwise
• clockwise

Kids Definition

stylize

verb

styl·​ize ˈstī(ə)l-ˌīz 

stylized; stylizing

: to represent or design according to a style or pattern rather than according to nature or tradition