BEDIZEN Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

bedizen

verb

bi-ˈdī-zᵊn

Definition of bedizen

as in to adorn

to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming an elderly actress bedizening herself with makeup and jewelry

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Pieces of fish are hand sliced to the ideal thickness and length, and beautifully adorned with garnishes that dazzle the eye and strategically heighten every bite.

— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
Designed by Mouawad, the extravagant set included a bra, thong, garter, bracelet, and hair clip adorned with nearly 9,000 diamonds and colorful gemstones, taking over 880 hours to create.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of adorn

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Kitted out like a beachhouse, the exhibition stand is decorated with the show’s classic red life preservers, surfboards and even a lifeguard’s hut on the patio.

— K.J. Yossman, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
On the day of the scavenger hunt, the team hides its creations around town, while ravenous worm-hunters eagerly await their first hint of where a ceramic worm decorated to look like a pickle, or a crayon, or a rainbow dinosaur, can be found.

— Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of decorate

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The walls were draped with red velvet, while tables were spread with candles and garland.

— Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026
Deep tropical moisture flowing from the Gulf will slam against the cold front when it’s draped over the Plains and fuel a multi-day flood threat.

— Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026

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