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adjective

bi-ˈspōk How to pronounce bespoke (audio)
variants also bespoken
Definition of bespokenext
1
as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer a wealthy man who can easily afford bespoke suits

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2
as in engaged
dialect pledged in marriage having made his fortune, he returned to the village only to discover that the object of his affection was already bespoke

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bespoke

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verb

past tense of bespeak
1
as in booked
to arrange to have something (as a hotel room) held for one's future use bespoke the rental car weeks in advance of their trip

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2
as in displayed
to make known (something abstract) through outward signs her expression throughout the meeting bespoke great boredom

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3
as in requested
to make a request for milady bespoke our indulgence, inviting us to wait in the foyer while she attended to other matters

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4
as in indicated
to serve as a sign or symptom of her impressive virtuosity as a pianist bespeaks years of diligent practice

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Recent Examples of bespoke
Adjective
Few people want to invest in pricier clothing, bespoke interior design services, or luxury furnishings without ever talking with a live person. — John Hall, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 Due to the highly bespoke nature of the vehicle, global supply will be limited, with European markets being put humiliatingly in their place. — New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
Verb
Additionally, guests may enjoy bespoke onshore experiences and curated moments such as truffle hunting in the Italian Piedmont or stargazing in Saint Lucia. — Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bespoke
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bespoke
  1. tailored
  2. engaged
  3. booked
  4. displayed
  5. requested
  6. indicated
  7. custom
  8. committed
Adjective
  • California’s Medicare Advantage plan has low out-of-pocket maximum costs on average compared to other states and Part D prescription drug plans have options to find tailored coverage for medications.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Under the new agreement, Miami will join Nike’s Blue Ribbon Elite program, representing athletes across disciplines and creating tailored NIL opportunities for them.
    — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of tailored
Adjective
  • That gives people agency and a reason to stay engaged with the problem rather than simply braced against it.
    — Gilda D'Incerti, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
  • While there are plenty of familiar names (MrBeast is 85, Charli D’Amelio is 100, Mark Rober is 90) the top of the list is filled with creators that have much smaller — but also much more engaged — audiences.
    — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of engaged
Verb
  • For groups of six to 10, the library offers a private dining space that can be booked ahead.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Quast was subsequently arrested and booked into the Wright County jail on a gross misdemeanor theft charge, according to TMZ.
    — Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of booked
Verb
  • Yet at an event on Thursday, Huang displayed unwavering confidence, projecting that Nvidia's chip sales will double next year as nations and corporations continue scaling up AI investments.
    — , CNBC, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Spot’s air-quality and temperature readings can also be displayed on office maps, mobile apps, or idle room screens.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of displayed
Verb
  • School District 57 in Mount Prospect requested $20 million and got back just shy of $6 million.
    — A.D. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The Justice Department had sought no fewer than 80 years in prison, while Alsheikh requested five years, citing his age and his chronic medical conditions.
    — Brittny Mejia, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of requested
Verb
  • Charlotte leaders on Monday lambasted the state as a bad faith partner but indicated the financial pressure campaign might be an insurmountable obstacle.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Woodley, who recently won the first Emmy of her career at the 2026 Creative Arts Emmys for her performance in the Hulu series Paradise, has previously indicated this relationship was a difficult one for her.
    — Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of indicated
Adjective
  • Those concerns, coupled with questions about the longer-term impact of Alphabet's recent deal with Broadcom's custom-chip rival Marvell, are giving Jim caution.
    — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The first unit, christened Ikigai, was heavily personalized by the owner, illustrating the highly flexible nature of the semi-custom model.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of custom
Adjective
  • Conner is incredibly committed, but that may not be enough here.
    — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2026
  • While much of the luxury market is recalibrating after years of price increases, Arma has remained committed to its lane, offering leather outerwear between $700 and $1,700.
    — Kathy Lee, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026
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“Bespoke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bespoke. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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