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Definition of particularize

particularize

/pɚˈtɪk.jə.lɚ.aɪz/
(UK: particularise)
par · tic · u · lar · ize
Adverb:particularly
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Adjective:particular
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Past Simple:particularized
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Past Participle:particularized
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Present Participle:particularizing
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particularize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To mention, specify, or enumerate individually and in detail; to treat or describe something by focusing on specific points rather than generalities.

Example

"The auditor asked the department head to particularize every expense claimed during the fiscal quarter."

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• Nearby Words

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partier
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French particulariser, formed from particulier ('particular'), which ultimately derives from Late Latin particularis ('concerning a small part').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Particularize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/particularize
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