Pronunciation: [bɪdˈa͡ɪzənz] (IPA) 
The word "bedizens" is spelled with a "b", "e", "d", "i", "z", "e", and "n", pronounced as /bɪˈdɪzənz/. The word means to dress or decorate in a showy way that is often considered gaudy or excessive. The spelling of this word is derived from the Middle English word "bedisen" which meant "to adorn or decorate." The use of this word can be traced back to the 17th century, and it is still used in modern English today.
Bedizens is a verb that refers to dressing or adorning oneself or someone else in showy or excessive clothing or accessories, often with the intention of impressing or attracting attention. This term is typically used in a slightly derogatory manner, implying that the excessive adornment is unnecessary or in poor taste.
The word "bedizen" originated from the combination of the prefix "be-" which intensifies the meaning, and the verb "dizen" which means to adorn or dress. When someone bedizens themselves, they excessively decorate their attire with flashy or gaudy elements, such as vibrant colors, excessive jewelry, or flamboyant accessories. It suggests that the individual is engaged in ostentatious display or an attempt to stand out.
This term is often applied to describe individuals who excessively dress up, particularly in situations where such attire is inappropriate or unnecessary. For example, someone who bedizens themselves in elaborate and heavily adorned clothing for a casual social gathering may be deemed as overdoing it. The concept of bedizens implies that the person's appearance is exaggerated or lacking in moderation, leading to a sense of artificiality or attempts to compensate for something.
The word "bedizen" is derived from the combination of two words: "be-" and "dizen".
The prefix "be-" is commonly used in English to indicate intensification, alteration, or form a transitive verb. In this case, it intensifies the root word "dizen".
The word "dizen" comes from the Middle English word "disen", which means "to dress or furnish with rich clothing". It is believed to have originated from the Old French word "desseignier", meaning "to designate or indicate".
Over time, "disen" evolved into "dizen" in English, and its meaning shifted more towards the act of dressing in a showy or elaborate manner.
