accessorize

verb

ac·​ces·​so·​rize ik-ˈse-sə-ˌrīz How to pronounce accessorize (audio)
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 Kris, 68, sported a sheer mesh blouse underneath, and accessorized with black stilettos. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 14 Apr. 2024 The actor, who is undertaking the role of Mrs. Webb in a production of Our Town coming to Broadway this fall, accessorized her look with gold jewelry. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2024 Featuring a plunging neckline and drop-waist pleated skirt, Zendaya's Loewe dress—sparsely accessorized with two silver bracelets—is a show-stopper in its own right. Sam Reed, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2024 In recent photos, Beyoncé has paired her denim looks with cowboy hats and boots but has also accessorized with massive belt buckles. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 28 Mar. 2024 Gold stilettos, futuristic sunglasses (seen in part of the photo shoot here) and a fierce tousled mane accessorized the swimsuit. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024 Casual Maxi Dress Italians love a good maxi dress for the spring that can be accessorized with layered jewelry and paired with open or close-toed shoes, depending on spring’s notoriously finicky weather. Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 27 Mar. 2024 Lawrence, a master of balancing basics using a less-is-more approach, accessorized the bundled-up ensemble with tortoiseshell sunglasses, AirPods, a yellow-cased iPhone, and a blue HydroFlask. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 19 Mar. 2024 Claire’s Easter Icons Stud Earrings $2 If your kiddo has their ears pierced, this six-pack of enameled earrings is a unique way to accessorize during the Easter and spring seasons. Maya Polton, Parents, 18 Mar. 2024

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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 24 Apr. 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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