accessorize

verb

ac·​ces·​so·​rize ik-ˈse-sə-ˌrīz 

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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

In 2023 Anne Hathaway evoked her The Devil Wears Prada character by wearing a navy blue, sailor-like cap to accessorize her peacoat and wide-leg jeans. —Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 19 Nov. 2024

Usher accessorized the look with a pair of bold black sunglasses as well. —Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Nov. 2024

The singer accessorized with a pair of shiny black bracelets on both her wrists and diamond floral earrings. —Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 26 Oct. 2024

The 27-year-old megastar, who isn’t a brand spokesperson, further fueled the mania by accessorizing her luxury handbags with small Labubu pendants. —Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

accessory entry 1 + -ize

First Known Use

1934, in the meaning defined at transitive sense

Kids Definition

accessorize

verb

ac·​ces·​so·​rize ik-ˈses-ə-ˌrīz 

ak-

accessorized; accessorizing

: to wear or decorate with accessories