tailor (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈteɪlər/

Definition

To make or adapt something for a particular purpose or person.

Examples

• The company had to tailor its marketing strategy to reach a younger audience.

• This course is tailored to meet the needs of advanced learners.

• He tailored his speech to appeal to the local community.

How to Use tailor

tailor to (prepositional phrase)

To make or adapt something for a specific purpose or person. — "We will tailor the program to your individual needs."

tailor-made (collocation)

Specifically made or designed for a particular person or purpose. — "She wore a tailor-made suit to the interview."

Synonyms of tailor

Words with a similar meaning to tailor:

• adapt
• customize
• modify
• alter

Antonyms of tailor

Words with the opposite meaning to tailor:

• standardize
• generalize

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