accessorize

verb

ac·​ces·​so·​rize ik-ˈse-sə-ˌrīz How to pronounce accessorize (audio)
ak-
accessorized; accessorizing

transitive verb

: to furnish with accessories

intransitive verb

: to wear clothing accessories

Examples of accessorize in a Sentence

an outfit accessorized with a pair of diamond earrings a stylish young woman who knows how to accessorize
Recent Examples on the Web Styled by duo Wayman Deon and Micah McDonald, Henson dazzled brighter with Jacob and Co. silver earrings accessorizing her look. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 26 Apr. 2024 One of my core rules is to pack clothes that can provide double or triple duty, depending on how they are accessorized. Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 26 Apr. 2024 While Erdem sent their model down the runway wearing ostrich feather shoes and chunky pearl earrings, Roach styled Zendaya more classically, accessorizing with her go-to white Christian Louboutin pointy-toe pumps and a pair of diamond stud earrings. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2024 Theron accessorized the look with more Dior creations, including sunglasses and gold necklaces. Kimi Robinson, USA TODAY, 17 Apr. 2024 Kris, 68, sported a sheer mesh blouse underneath, and accessorized with black stilettos. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 14 Apr. 2024 The actor, who is undertaking the role of Mrs. Webb in a production of Our Town coming to Broadway this fall, accessorized her look with gold jewelry. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2024 Featuring a plunging neckline and drop-waist pleated skirt, Zendaya's Loewe dress—sparsely accessorized with two silver bracelets—is a show-stopper in its own right. Sam Reed, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2024 In recent photos, Beyoncé has paired her denim looks with cowboy hats and boots but has also accessorized with massive belt buckles. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 28 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

accessory entry 1 + -ize

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of accessorize was in 1934

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Cite this Entry

“Accessorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accessorize. Accessed 2 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

accessorize

verb
ac·​ces·​so·​rize ik-ˈses-ə-ˌrīz How to pronounce accessorize (audio)
ak-
accessorized; accessorizing
: to wear or decorate with accessories

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