Itemize

/ˈaɪtəˌmaɪz/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to list or enumerate items individually

The accountant was asked to itemize all expenses for the annual report.

to break down an overall charge or total into individual components

Please itemize the charges on the invoice to clarify where the costs are coming from.

to specify or mention items one by one

In her presentation, she took time to itemize each of the project’s key objectives.

to create a detailed list of items or points

He decided to itemize his goals for the year to keep himself accountable.

From the word 'item' combined with the suffix '-ize', indicating action.

itemize expenses

To list and detail the individual costs incurred.

itemized bill

A bill that breaks down the charges into individual line items.

itemizing tasks

The act of writing out tasks one by one for clarity and better management.

enumerate

To mention things one by one.

list

To write down items in sequence.

detail

A small part of something, a specific aspect.

Break it down

Can you just break it down for me?

Lay it out

I need you to lay it out for me to understand better.