standardized

adjective

stan·​dard·​ized ˈstan-dər-ˌdīzd How to pronounce standardized (audio)
Synonyms of standardizednext
: brought into conformity with a standard : done or produced in a standard, consistent way
standardized tests
High-volume, scientifically managed industry, producing standardized goods, generated vast economies of scale and levels of wealth unparalleled in history.Robert B. Reich

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Other changes cover self-driving car citations, school cellphone bans, all-gender restrooms and standardized food date labels. Ruyuan Li. Summary Produced By Ai Assistance, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 In terms of actual accountability around these things — there have been legislative efforts to make the co-op process less painful and more standardized. Clio Chang, Curbed, 1 July 2026 More clarity on food expiration dates Under AB 660, manufacturers for food products will use standardized language for expiration dates on packaging. Austin Turner, CBS News, 1 July 2026 For standardized processes, publish the few non‑negotiables and automate checks where possible. Guy Yehiav, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for standardized

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First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of standardized was in 1879

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“Standardized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standardized. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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