accessorize

verb

ac·​ces·​so·​rize ik-ˈse-sə-ˌrīz 

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

In addition to her cornflower blue dress, the 11-year-old royal also accessorized with a charm bracelet. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 13 July 2026

The Princess of Wales wore a green midi-length dress for the outing, accessorizing with her green-and-purple pin that signifies her status as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. — Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 12 July 2026

Instead of continuing her black and white color palette, Middleton opted for neutrals to accessorize her attire. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 10 July 2026

In her carousel of photos on Instagram, Biles wore a stunning high-neck blood red dress, designed by DO LONG, and accessorized with Maison Spoiled High Jewelry. — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

accessory entry 1 + -ize

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Rhymes for accessorize

• actualize
• antagonize
• apologise
• apologize
• capitalize
• categorize
• characterize
• commercialize
• conceptualize
• contrariwise
• criminalize
• decentralize

Kids Definition

accessorize

verb

ac·​ces·​so·​rize ik-ˈses-ə-ˌrīz 

ak-

accessorized; accessorizing

: to wear or decorate with accessories