Modified or built according to individual requirements or specifications. Tailored to particular needs or preferences.
From custom, from Old French costume, from Latin consuetudo meaning 'habit' or 'usage.' The '-ized' suffix was added in the 20th century with mass production and personalization trends.
The word captures the modern tension between mass production and individual identity - we take standardized products and make them reflect our personal 'customs' or habits, reversing the industrial process.
Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.