accessorize

verb

ac·​ces·​so·​rize ik-ˈse-sə-ˌrīz How to pronounce accessorize (audio)
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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 The singer accessorized with a few pieces of silver jewelry, including a few rings. Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Oct. 2024 Gomez accessorized with matching black arm warmers and towering black patent leather platforms from Giuseppe Zanotti. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 1 Oct. 2024 In the photos, Anderson dons a series of chic, neutral ensembles including a khaki trench coat and a tailored Prada suit, all of which are accessorized with Pandora jewels. Staff Author, People.com, 30 Sep. 2024 Davis also wore a single gold bracelet to accessorize and black pointed-toe shoes to complete her look. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 30 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for accessorize 

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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 12 Oct. 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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