individualize

/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlaɪz/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlaɪz/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌin-də-ˈvi-jə-wə-ˌlīz -ˈvij-wə-, -ˈvi-jə-ˌlīz/ (ame, mw)

individualize — 動詞

  • individualizepresent simple I / you / we / they
  • individualizeshe / she / it
  • individualizedpast simple
  • individualizing-ing form

1. to change or design something so that it fits the specific needs or wishes of on

1.動詞及物B2
釋義

個性化；量身打造

根據個人需求調整以符合特定對象

to change or design something so that it fits the specific needs or wishes of one particular person, group, or situation, rather than using a standard version for everyone.

例句

Yuki individualized the wedding invitations by adding a small drawing of the couple on each one.

Yuki 在每張婚禮邀請函上畫了一對新人的小圖，讓邀請函變得個性化。

individualize + object: invitations

The software lets teachers individualize math exercises for students who need extra help.

這套軟體讓老師能為需要額外協助的學生量身打造數學練習題。

individualize + object + for + recipient

同義詞
  • customize

    more common in everyday English, especially for products and technology

  • personalize

    less formal; often used for gifts, spaces, and user experiences

  • tailor

    suggests careful fitting to precise needs, as a tailor adjusts clothing

  • adapt

    broader meaning; does not necessarily imply a personal touch

反義詞
  • standardize

    to make everything the same rather than fitting individuals

  • generalize

    to apply broadly without specific adjustments

文法句型

individualize + object

individualize + object + for + recipient

be individualized + for/to + recipient

用法筆記

Frequently used in education, healthcare, and service contexts where a standard approach is adapted for one recipient. The passive form (be individualized) is very common, especially with nouns like plan, program, treatment, or instruction.

常見錯誤

❌She individualized her opinion on the matter.
✅She formed her own opinion on the matter.
💡'individualize' is not used for thoughts or opinions; it means changing something to fit a person's needs.
❌I individualized the gift for my sister.
✅I personalized the gift for my sister.
💡For informal, everyday situations like gifts, 'personalize' or 'customize' sound more natural than 'individualize,' which is more formal.