particularize

verb

Definition of particularizenext
1
as in to individualize

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2
as in to enumerate

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Recent Examples of particularize Wagner works hard to particularize these women, but the play, which has over the years lost an intermission and been streamlined into one 95-minute act, has trouble getting started. — New York Times, 11 Jan. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for particularize
  1. individualize
  2. enumerate
  3. differentiate
  4. detail
  5. customize
  6. itemize
  7. characterize
  8. disclose
Verb
  • These tests both provide information to individualize your risk prediction for cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks.
    — Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 10 July 2026
  • This includes adoption of digital pathology tools to diagnose tissue samples and use of new theranostics imaging technology to individualize care for each patient at the molecular level.
    — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2026
Definition of individualize
Verb
  • The other side of the coin here is those who only want to question the integrity of the country, or only want to enumerate its deals with the devil, that’s not healthy either.
    — Elisabeth Garber-Paul, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2026
  • Though deferred action dates back at least to President Richard Nixon, Meissner issued a memo in 2000 enumerating 13 factors that immigration agents should consider before deporting someone.
    — Lauren Villagran, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Definition of enumerate
Verb
  • The council said the trend has climbed steadily since the pandemic as theaters lean on premium formats to differentiate their offerings.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 July 2026
  • Shared visibility differentiates the effort, taking it from a transaction to a partnership.
    — Pierce Kafka, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of differentiate
Verb
  • The affidavit details how detectives used DNA to connect Velasquez to the case.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026
  • In a complaint unsealed Monday against Andrew Tate, prosecutors detailed allegations from British authorities that involved two victims.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
Definition of detail
Verb
  • For each order, the two work closely with the client to customize based on atmosphere, food preferences and seasonal touches.
    — Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
  • The event featured a dedicated denim station where guests could customize their own jeans with embroidery and stitching.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Definition of customize
Verb
  • Today, the standard deduction is high enough that most taxpayers don't itemize.
    — Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • The report went on to itemize advance expenses allegedly incurred.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
Definition of itemize
Verb
  • Russia's Defense Ministry characterized the attack as a large-scale strike on military-industrial and logistics sites in Kyiv, according to reports in Russian media.
    — Greg Myre, NPR, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Several residents who spoke at the meetings characterized the opposition as a vocal minority of residents who have fixated on a few mostly parochial issues.
    — John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of characterize
Verb
  • What those agreements are hasn’t been disclosed, but the filing states these provisions generally update language, ensure compliance with state law and clarify existing practices.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
  • To break this inefficient pattern, brands should proactively disclose their budget range early in discussions.
    — Chris Ryan, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of disclose

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“Particularize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/particularize. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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