Bedizen

Verb

Definition: To adorn or dress up in a gaudy or showy manner, often with excessive or tasteless ornamentation.

Synonyms: Decorate, Embellish, Ornament

Antonyms: Simplify, Plain, Unadorned

Examples:

She bedizened herself with layers of colorful accessories.
The room was bedizened with extravagant paintings and ornate furniture.

Mnemonics:

"Bedizen" sounds like "bedazzle," which refers to a similar action of extravagant adornment.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "bedizen" originated in the late 16th century, derived from the archaic word "dizen" meaning "to dress" or "to adorn." The prefix "be-" intensifies the action.

Historical Usage:

In the past, "bedizen" was commonly used to describe the act of excessively adorning oneself or something with flashy and showy decorations.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Bedizen oneself"

Explanation:

Refers to the act of dressing up in a garish or flamboyant manner, often with the intention of attracting attention.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "bedizen" with "bedazzle."

Explanation:

While "bedizen" and "bedazzle" have a similar meaning of adorning or dressing up, "bedazzle" typically implies a sense of awe or amazement, while "bedizen" often carries connotations of excessive and tasteless decoration.