personalize

verb

per·​son·​al·​ize ˈpərs-nə-ˌlīz 

ˈpər-sə-nə-

personalized; personalizing

transitive verb

1

: personify

2

: to make personal or individual

specifically : to mark as the property of a particular person

personalized stationery

personalization

ˌpərs-nə-lə-ˈzā-shən 

ˌpər-sə-nə-

noun

Synonyms

• body
• embody
• epitomize
• express
• externalize
• incarnate
• incorporate
• instantiate
• manifest
• materialize
• personify
• substantiate

Examples of personalize in a Sentence

in the character of the good-hearted, virtuous seaman, the author has personalized the concept of perfect innocence

Recent Examples on the Web

Guests have the option to personalize their stay with five tracks focused on outdoor adventure, self-care and renewal, culinary, fitness or recreation. —Roger Sands, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024

Leith Initial Pendant Necklace This charming initial pendant necklace is an easy way to give something personalized without the shipping wait times associated with custom jewelry. —Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024

Then the perfect present’s a no-brainer: a crewneck sweatshirt that’s personalized with the face of her fur baby. —Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 6 Dec. 2024

For an extra festive touch, personalize each bag with your children’s names and reuse the same ones each year. —Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1741, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

personalize

verb

per·​son·​al·​ize ˈpərs-nə-ˌlīz 

-ᵊn-ə-

personalized; personalizing

1

: personify sense 1

2

: to make personal

especially : to mark as belonging to a particular person

personalized stationery