Customizing: meaning, definitions and examples

🎨
Add to dictionary

customizing

 

[ ˈkʌstəˌmaɪzɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

software development

To modify or create something according to specific requirements or preferences, especially in the context of software development.

Synonyms

modifying, personalizing, tailoring.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

arrow down
Word Description / Examples
customizing

This is often used when making changes to an item to suit individual needs or preferences, often related to products, software, or services.

  • He is customizing his car to improve its performance.
  • The software allows for extensive customizing to meet diverse user requirements.
personalizing

This word is primarily used when adjusting something to suit an individual's personal taste, identity, or specific requirements, often adding a unique touch.

  • He enjoys personalizing his workspace with family photos.
  • The gift shop offers services for personalizing mugs with names.
tailoring

This is often associated with making adjustments or alterations, especially in the context of clothing to fit individual measurements. It can also mean fine-tuning services or approaches to meet specific needs.

  • She is tailoring the dress to fit perfectly.
  • The training program is tailored to meet the needs of different learners.
modifying

This is typically used when making alterations or adjustments to improve or change the function of something. It is more general and can apply to both physical items and abstract concepts.

  • She is modifying the recipe to make it healthier.
  • The company is modifying its policies to better serve customers.

Examples of usage

  • Customizing the user interface allows the user to personalize their experience.
  • In the world of software development, customizing a program often involves writing code.

Translations

Translations of the word "customizing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 personalização

🇮🇳 अनुकूलन

🇩🇪 Anpassung

🇮🇩 penyesuaian

🇺🇦 налаштування

🇵🇱 dostosowanie

🇯🇵 カスタマイズ

🇫🇷 personnalisation

🇪🇸 personalización

🇹🇷 özelleştirme

🇰🇷 맞춤화

🇸🇦 تخصيص

🇨🇿 přizpůsobení

🇸🇰 prispôsobenie

🇨🇳 定制

🇸🇮 prilagoditev

🇮🇸 sérsniðin

🇰🇿 бейімдеу

🇬🇪 მორგება

🇦🇿 fərdiləşdirmə

🇲🇽 personalización

Etymology

The word 'customizing' originates from the word 'custom', which comes from the Latin word 'consuetudinem' meaning 'accustomed'. The concept of customization has been around for centuries, allowing individuals to tailor products or services to their specific needs or preferences. In modern times, the term 'customizing' has become popular in various industries, especially in software development and personalization services.

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

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,801, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.