accessorize

verb

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

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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The actress accessorized with a dainty necklace and hoop earrings, as well as patent leather heels and sheer tights. Hannah Malach, InStyle, 9 Mar. 2026 The model accessorized with black cat-eye sunglasses, a delicate gold chain necklace and a cream sweater tied around her neck. Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 7 Mar. 2026 Smith wore her hair in braids and accessorized with a lip piercing, sunglasses, and delicate hoop earrings. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Mar. 2026 Jennifer Aniston walked the red carpet in a sleek black Rochas gown accessorized with diamond and platinum Bvlgari jewelry from the 1930s, while Felicity Huffman’s take on a black dress, as designed by Zac Posen, went in a different direction with sheer panels and a plunging neckline. Kase Wickman, Vanity Fair, 2 Mar. 2026 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 14 Mar. 2026.

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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