as in tailored
made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer
a customized car for a physically challenged person
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to change (something) in order to fit the needs or requirements of a person, business, etc.
The program can be customized to serve different purposes. customized the car with a unique paint job
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Recent Examples of customized
Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Curtain bangs are hyper-customized to suit your face, not just to blend in.
—Loren Savini, Allure, 10 Jan. 2026
Ideally, this is a customized model developed by members of the organization, tailored to what is valued, needed, and essential for success.
—Scott J. Allen, Big Think, 6 Jan. 2026
There’s also a luxurious Guerlain spa and all sorts of wellness treatments, from sound baths to customized yoga and Pilates classes.
—Annie Daly, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
The tension in Texas reflects a national struggle to rein in abuse, even as campaigns embrace AI’s legitimate efficiencies, such as creating customized voter messages.
—Philip Jankowski, Dallas Morning News, 2 Jan. 2026
This year, a baby with a rare genetic condition became the first child to receive a customized CRISPR gene-editing treatment to fix his specific DNA mutation.
—The Atlantic Science Desk, The Atlantic, 27 Dec. 2025
The plunging neckline is more flattering than many basic lounge bras, and adjustable straps allow for a more customized fit.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
My perfect ski area will offer progression tree skiing, from gentle and open all the way up to steep and tight, along with customized lessons to help all discover or rediscover tree skiing.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 24 Dec. 2025
Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
This version of the robot is built for warehouse and factory roles – component sequencing, machine tending, and order fulfillment – though Boston Dynamics claims its systems can be customized in less than 24 hours to adapt to other tasks.
—New Atlas, 10 Jan. 2026
Each procedure is customized to restore balance and vitality, rather than overwrite identity.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 9 Jan. 2026
Plus, the faux-leather cover can be customized to prominently display your initial.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
Ideally, the assessment is customized and aligns with the organization’s leadership principles.
—Scott J. Allen, Big Think, 6 Jan. 2026
Caregivers can watch short videos or listen to lessons online, or get customized coaching from experienced social workers.
—Kat McGowan, NPR, 31 Dec. 2025
Each character has their own specialized sequences for these moments, and can go a step further once their synergy meter fills, allowing two fighters to do a special team-up that’s also customized to each individual pairing.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2025
In practice, this empowers operators across all types of extreme industries to develop unique, continuously evolving workflows customized to address bespoke needs.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
User conversion rates can be increased by creating a customized user journey.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 11 Jan. 2026
Curtain bangs are hyper-customized to suit your face, not just to blend in.
—Loren Savini, Allure, 10 Jan. 2026
Ideally, this is a customized model developed by members of the organization, tailored to what is valued, needed, and essential for success.
—Scott J. Allen, Big Think, 6 Jan. 2026
There’s also a luxurious Guerlain spa and all sorts of wellness treatments, from sound baths to customized yoga and Pilates classes.
—Annie Daly, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2026
The tension in Texas reflects a national struggle to rein in abuse, even as campaigns embrace AI’s legitimate efficiencies, such as creating customized voter messages.
—Philip Jankowski, Dallas Morning News, 2 Jan. 2026
This year, a baby with a rare genetic condition became the first child to receive a customized CRISPR gene-editing treatment to fix his specific DNA mutation.
—The Atlantic Science Desk, The Atlantic, 27 Dec. 2025
The plunging neckline is more flattering than many basic lounge bras, and adjustable straps allow for a more customized fit.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 25 Dec. 2025
My perfect ski area will offer progression tree skiing, from gentle and open all the way up to steep and tight, along with customized lessons to help all discover or rediscover tree skiing.
—Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 24 Dec. 2025
Verb
Say goodbye to expensive renovation projects and hello to a home fully customized to your lifestyle and the space's purpose.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026
This version of the robot is built for warehouse and factory roles – component sequencing, machine tending, and order fulfillment – though Boston Dynamics claims its systems can be customized in less than 24 hours to adapt to other tasks.
—New Atlas, 10 Jan. 2026
Each procedure is customized to restore balance and vitality, rather than overwrite identity.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 9 Jan. 2026
Plus, the faux-leather cover can be customized to prominently display your initial.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026
Ideally, the assessment is customized and aligns with the organization’s leadership principles.
—Scott J. Allen, Big Think, 6 Jan. 2026
Caregivers can watch short videos or listen to lessons online, or get customized coaching from experienced social workers.
—Kat McGowan, NPR, 31 Dec. 2025
Each character has their own specialized sequences for these moments, and can go a step further once their synergy meter fills, allowing two fighters to do a special team-up that’s also customized to each individual pairing.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2025
In practice, this empowers operators across all types of extreme industries to develop unique, continuously evolving workflows customized to address bespoke needs.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for customized
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This tech-forward evolution appeals not only to longtime enthusiasts but also to curious newcomers who crave a more tailored, manageable cannabis experience.—
Amplified Content Studio,
Mercury News,
7 Jan. 2026
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From elevated winter accessories to bold shoes peeking out beneath tailored trousers or maxi skirts, these trends show that staying warm doesn’t mean playing it safe.—
Belle Bakst,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
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Beach Read In April 2023, Deadline reported that Beach Read would be adapted into a film for 20th Century Studios, and that Kuang would both write the screenplay and direct.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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Accessibility One room, located on the ground floor, has been adapted for wheelchair users.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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Even with that svelte silhouette, the semi-custom cruiser still offers an impressive amount of space on board.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
22 Dec. 2025
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As custom, the season will follow a brand new member of the Bridgerton family on their quest to find love, this time chronicling the charming and equally complex relationship between artsy daydreamer Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) and pragmatic maid Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha).—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Moore said the department has since adjusted both its tactics and decision-making protocols for wildland fires, particularly in high fire severity zones.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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In that respect, the league seems to have adjusted to the Heat’s game, with the Heat not necessarily adjusting to those adjustments.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The self-flying camera is equipped with a 4K camera capable of recording at up to 100 frames per second.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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The property is equipped with a heating system.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Customized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/customized. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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