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

Meghan went with a simple black spaghetti strap top paired with a matching Carolina Herrera black ball gown skirt and accessorized the elegant look with Jennifer Meyer earrings. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

Beyoncé accessorized the outfit with white stiletto pumps and a matching top-handle bag. — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 20 July 2026

Both sisters accessorized their swimsuits with black sunglasses, with Kim opting to cover up on the bottom with bike shorts. — Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2026

Ciara accessorized her look with a Cartier bracelet and a pair of Christian Louboutin pointed-toe pumps. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 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