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 Gomez accessorized her look with a large silver necklace, various rings and red nail polish. Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 18 May 2024 The singer and actress wore a yellow silk minidress from a vintage clothing store, accessorized with a diamond necklace by W. Salamoon, which made for a look reminiscent of Kate Hudson's character's own in a pivotal scene of the rom-com favorite How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days. Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 14 May 2024 The singer accessorized her red-hot Carolina Herrera gown with a collection of Cartier jewels: a platinum and 18k white gold brooch featuring diamonds and ruby, 18k gold diamond necklace , 18k white gold ring with diamonds and rubies and an 18k white gold ring with diamonds. Alex Apatoff, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024 Palmer accessorized lightly with diamond circular earrings. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 7 May 2024 The 26-year-old actress opted to accessorize with a mini Tommy Hilfiger clutch from eBay that the designer upcycled with fabric from her dress. Nicole Fell, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 May 2024 Styled by Kesha McLeod, Williams accessorized with black gloves and gold hair accessories. Leah Faye Cooper, Vogue, 6 May 2024 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

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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 23 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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