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

Layer a white turtleneck underneath and accessorize with red pumps for contrast. —Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2026

North also wore a different black graphic hoodie in some solo snap shots, and at various points accessorized with a spiky bracelet, chunky ring and maximalist manicure that complemented her bright blue hairstyle. —Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025

Emma Roberts accessorizes her chin-length cut by pulling back a section of hair with a barrette. —Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 31 Dec. 2025

Tortoise and conch shells accessorize this coastal living room, while starfish adorn the mantel. —Zoe Gowen, Southern Living, 29 Dec. 2025

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