ACCESSORIZE Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

accessorize

verb

Definition of accessorize

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

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Rupnik had been one of the most celebrated contemporary religious artists in the Catholic Church, designing stylized mosaics that decorate churches and basilicas around the world, including at Lourdes and the Vatican.

— ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026
Behind the two men is an antique-style table with dragons decorating the legs, upon which sit two porcelain bird statues and a small pot filled with purple and white flowers.

— Ben Jureidini, Vanity Fair, 21 July 2026

Definition of decorate

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It was set into an oval ring face adorned with blue enamel, diamonds and pearls.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
Given his exploits for Spain in North America this summer, there’s an argument for him to once again be adorned with the accolade for being the sport’s best male player.

— Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of adorn

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In previous years, volunteers have just taken up their trowels and shovels again, and replanted them — a testament to the city’s dedication to beautifying its spaces.

— Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026
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

Definition of beautify

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The Dolce & Gabbana design featured a structured corset bodice with visible boning, a voluminous skirt, and a sweeping floor-length cape—all embellished with pink floral embroidery.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 30 July 2026
The story may have been embellished by early biographers, but records show that Brunelleschi eventually gained recognition as the exclusive inventor and director of the dome.

— Alicja Zelazko, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 July 2026

Definition of embellish

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Cox then walked into frame wearing a light pink bathrobe before draping her dark hair over Aniston’s head.

— Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
Tahiliani staged a brief presentation with models in his latest designs — the most standout being a series of gowns with foam corsets that mimicked the human torso, draped with fabrics in the same color.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026

Definition of drape

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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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The laboratory also modernized Thermal Diffusion Isotopic Separation (TDIS), allowing the gases themselves to be enriched directly.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 26 July 2026
Defense attorney Megan Foster argued that Doherty hadn’t used the scheme to enrich herself.

— Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 July 2026

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