stylize

verb

styl·​ize ˈstī(-ə)-ˌlīz How to pronounce stylize (audio)
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 noun

Examples of stylize in a Sentence

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Vivid color schemes and stylized imagery convert political messaging into visual spectacle. Andrew Rojecki, The Conversation, 21 Oct. 2025 Generations of creatives have been inspired by African tribal art, from Pablo Picasso’s stylized abstractions to Amedeo Modigliani’s masklike portraits. Jill Newman, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2025 The model is designed to add genuine value for creators and is trained to avoid repetitive or generically stylized outputs, Microsoft says. PC Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025 For such a casual affair, Gomez’s shoulder-length bob was far less stylized, falling in natural unfussy waves. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stylize

Word History

First Known Use

1898, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of stylize was in 1898

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“Stylize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stylize. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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stylize

verb
styl·​ize ˈstī(ə)l-ˌīz How to pronounce stylize (audio)
stylized; stylizing
: to represent or design according to a style or pattern rather than according to nature or tradition

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