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Definition of stylized
stylized
/ˈstaɪ.laɪzd/
(UK: stylised)
sty · lized
stylized Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
9
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
Syllables
2
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• adjective
1
Depicting or treating forms according to a non-naturalistic artistic convention or pattern rather than realistic representation.
Example
"The ancient pottery was decorated with highly stylized figures of birds and geometric waves."
2
Following a deliberate, formal, or artificial set of rules and conventions rather than being spontaneous (of performance, movement, or writing).
Example
"Traditional Noh theater relies on slow, stylized gestures that convey deep emotion through minimal movement."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Stylized. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/stylized