TAILOR-MADE Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

tailor-made

adjective

ˌtā-lər-ˈmād

Definition of tailor-made

as in tailored

made or fitted to the needs or preferences of a specific customer took my measurements for the tailor-made bridal gown

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Recent Examples of tailor-made His agency is providing funding for the development of an AI tool that is tailor-made for heart conditions, and then to send it through a full FDA-authorization process. — Benjamin Mazer, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026 But this year’s event is tailor-made for the American audience. — Doug Kezirian, New York Times, 12 June 2026 Josh Inglis is leading Australia for the second successive series after losing 2-1 to Pakistan on wickets tailor-made for spinners last week. — ABC News, 8 June 2026 The 531-footer was tailor-made for seafloor mapping and deep-sea exploration. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for tailor-made

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Adjective

After a purchase, customers could receive tailored onboarding tips, answer brief questions about their experience, request support or update their preferences within the same thread.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Encore’s $330-million room remodel is ramping up, so expect those already-good red-and-cream suites to come out looking even more tailored.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of tailored

Adjective

The customized coupe features a T-top roof, aggressive aero body kit, and a graphics package that could have appeared in the original The Fast and the Furious.

— Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 24 Sep. 2026
The center provides customized research and economic advice to public agencies, businesses and community organizations.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of customized

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The fully custom aluminum superyacht, which renowned Italian shipyard Rossinavi launched in January, has just been presented in her entirety at the Monaco Yacht Show.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026
The custom-fit suit is a near-torture device of costuming that severely limits my ability to move.

— Kyle Maclachlan, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026

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