Customize: meaning, definitions and examples

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customize

 

[ ˈkʌstəˌmaɪz ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

software development

To modify or tailor something according to specific needs or preferences.

Synonyms

adapt, modify, personalize, tailor

Examples of usage

  • You can customize the settings to suit your needs.
  • The app allows users to customize their profiles with different themes and colors.
Context #2 | Noun

business

A modification made to a product or service to meet individual requirements.

Synonyms

adaptation, modification, personalization, tailoring

Examples of usage

  • The company offers a range of customizes solutions for clients.
  • The car manufacturer provides customization options for customers.

Translations

Translations of the word "customize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 personalizar

🇮🇳 अनुकूलित करना

🇩🇪 anpassen

🇮🇩 kustomisasi

🇺🇦 налаштувати

🇵🇱 dostosować

🇯🇵 カスタマイズする

🇫🇷 personnaliser

🇪🇸 personalizar

🇹🇷 özelleştirmek

🇰🇷 맞춤화하다

🇸🇦 تخصيص

🇨🇿 přizpůsobit

🇸🇰 prispôsobiť

🇨🇳 定制

🇸🇮 prilagoditi

🇮🇸 sérsníða

🇰🇿 бейімдеу

🇬🇪 მორგება

🇦🇿 fərdiləşdirmək

🇲🇽 personalizar

Etymology

The word 'customize' originated from the word 'custom', which comes from the Latin word 'consuetudinem' meaning 'accustomed' or 'usual'. The concept of customization has been around for centuries, with individuals and businesses seeking to tailor products and services to meet specific needs. In modern times, customization has become increasingly popular in various industries, allowing for personalized experiences and products.

See also: accustom, custom, customarily, customary, customer, customizable, customization, customized, customizer, customizing, customs.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,344, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.