commoditized
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /kəˈmɒdəˌtaɪzd/
KK: /kəˈmɒdəˌtaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Changed into a product that is widely available and not unique, often leading to lower prices and less differentiation.
Example
Many products have become commoditized, making it hard for companies to stand out in the market.
Conversation
Have you noticed how some products have become so commoditized?
Yeah, it's crazy! Everything seems so similar now.
Right? It's like there’s no uniqueness left in many brands.
Totally! It makes shopping a bit boring sometimes.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
standardized
uniformed
commercialized
Antonyms
unique
specialized
differentiated
verb
Definition
To make a product or service widely available and interchangeable with others, often reducing its uniqueness or value.
Example
Many companies have commoditized their products to compete in the market.
Tense Forms
Past: commoditized
Past Participle: commoditized
Conversation
Did you notice how many products have been commoditized lately?
Yeah, it's like everything is just a generic version now.
Exactly! It makes it hard to find something unique.
Root Explanation
Commoditized is formed from "commodity" (from Latin "commoditas", meaning convenience or suitability) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to become). The word "commoditized" means to make something into a commodity, or to standardize it for mass consumption.
Memory Tip
Think of 'commodity' as something that is made convenient or suitable for everyone, and remember that 'commoditized' means making something into a standard product.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.