accessorize

verb

Definition of accessorizenext
as in to decorate

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Recent Examples of accessorize Queen Camilla has also stepped out wearing the Russian Sapphire Cluster Brooch, notably accessorizing with it at the 2023 Commonwealth Day Service. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 19 June 2026 The royal accessorized her look with a wide-brim straw hat adorned with a neutral-colored bow and a pair of classic nude pumps. — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 13 June 2026 Ashley kept her look monochromatic, accessorizing with a black clutch and matching heels, while Mary-Kate introduced a subtle note of contrast with a turquoise clutch. — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 12 June 2026 Tuck the chiffon top into black slacks and accessorize with black sunglasses, pointed-toe shoes, and a belt. — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for accessorize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accessorize
  1. decorate
  2. adorn
  3. beautify
  4. embellish
  5. drape
  6. garnish
  7. ornament
  8. enrich
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  • This disaccharide is found decorating the cells of nonprimate mammals, including cows and pigs, but it’s also released in the saliva of ticks, particularly the lone star tick (Amblyomma americanum).
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 7 July 2026
  • The Cafe Orleans trees are decorated with seasonal decor during the Mardi Gras season.
    — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 7 July 2026
Definition of decorate
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  • He was surrounded by beige pleather armchairs gathered around low tables adorned with silk flowers.
    — Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • While male figures adorn the bills, recent years have seen the signatures of powerful women like Janet Yellen, Lynn Malerba, Azie Taylor Morton, and Rosa Gumataotao Rios quietly circulate on trillions of dollars.
    — Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of adorn
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  • Nate Coulter, the outgoing executive director of the Central Arkansas Library System, has been interested in beautifying the vacant strip of land, which is near the Main Library.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 July 2026
  • Trump this spring pledged to beautify the Reflecting Pool before the nation’s 250th birthday celebrations on July Fourth.
    — Steve Peoples, Fortune, 5 July 2026
Definition of beautify
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  • In a competitive job market, appearing behind can feel riskier than embellishing skills.
    — Susan Jacobson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • The water element was evident in brand’s soft blue washes and liquid-like finishes and denim pieces embellished with cowrie shells.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
Definition of embellish
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  • The body was placed in a casket draped in the Islamic Republic’s flag and encased in glass.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 8 July 2026
  • Kyle O’Neill, who lives in Natomas and was draped in an American flag, didn’t leave early.
    — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of drape
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  • Strain over fresh ice into a rocks glass and garnish with another lemon peel (or 2).
    — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 11 July 2026
  • Serve garnished with a lemon or lime wedge or a celery stalk.
    — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
Definition of garnish
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  • Its midnight-blue glass was by Waltersperger, and it comes ornamented with a sculpture of two inseparable birds by Desrues.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
  • When kuru’s vocals get more monotone, Backstage hologram ornaments the toplines with gorgeous digital keyboard parts that reference the crusty, low-res soundtracks of Nintendo DS-era RPGs like Pokemon Diamond & Pearl.
    — Jude Noel, Pitchfork, 30 Apr. 2026
Definition of ornament
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  • Gas seeps out of the magma and diffuses into the atmosphere, in theory enriching it in oxygen, silicon hydride and silicon monoxide, while going the other way the magma absorbs ammonia, methane and water vapor from the atmosphere.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 13 July 2026
  • His extraordinary talent and professionalism enriched countless productions and inspired generations of filmmakers and performers.
    — Chris Morris, Variety, 13 July 2026
Definition of enrich

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