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
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The Princess of Wales accessorized her black ensemble with a four-strand pearl choker with a center diamond clasp that previously belonged to the late Queen Elizabeth. Stephanie Petit, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2025 The necklace has accessorized past funeral attire for the Princess of Wales. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2025 Shop our favorite picks from the sale, including the best-selling Hadley Convertible Crossbody bag that’s now $249, classic loafers, gold hoop earrings, and more to accessorize your fall fits. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025 Unlike his costar, Farrell, dressed in Dolce & Gabbana, was covered from head to toe in a trench coat and white button-up shirt accessorized with a tie, black trousers and dress shoes. Michelle Lee, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for accessorize

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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“Accessorize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accessorize. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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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