tailored
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
clothes that are made to fit your body shape perfectly.
referring to garments that have been professionally fitted or made by a tailor to suit a specific individual's measurements.
Simple“He wore a tailored suit to the wedding and looked very professional.”
In context“The actor appeared on the red carpet in a perfectly tailored tuxedo that accentuated his lean frame.”
UsageUsually placed before the noun it describes.
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
specially made or changed to fit a particular need or situation.
adapted or designed for a particular purpose, person, or set of circumstances.
Simple“The teacher gave the student a tailored study plan to help him pass.”
In context“The software company provides tailored solutions for small businesses that cannot afford expensive enterprise systems.”
UsageOften followed by the preposition 'to'.
Usage tailored to specific
“They can help you design a tailored exercise program.”
“For men, she recommends tailored chino-style shorts with an untucked T-shirt or shirt.”