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
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Never one to go for simplicity, Corrin accessorized with an avant garde netted veil that was wrapped around their head and neck like a balaclava, and a Cartier ring worn over their gloved hand. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 13 Dec. 2024 Kidman further accessorized the look with a pair of dainty earrings, rings and a bracelet. Julia Teti, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024 Dwyane also wore a white sweater layered under a dark denim jacket with dark slacks, while Union wore a green and brown gingham dress with a white clutch to accessorize. Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024 No matter the occasion, she’ll be accessorized appropriately with the list below of fabulous day to night options at various price points. Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for accessorize 

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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“Accessorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accessorize. Accessed 21 Dec. 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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