Definition

To dress or decorate someone or something in a flashy or overly elaborate way.

Example

She decided to bedizen herself in a bright, sequined gown for the party.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you seen how she likes to bedizen her outfits for the parties?

Yeah, she really goes all out with the accessories!

I think sometimes she overdoes it and looks a bit too much.

True, but it definitely makes her stand out in a crowd.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bedizen is derived from the Middle English 'bedizen', which comes from the Old French 'bedisier', meaning to adorn or dress up. The word does not have clear Latin or Greek roots but is rooted in the idea of dressing or embellishing oneself.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for dressing up ('bedisier') to remember that 'bedizen' means to adorn or dress up.

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