Phrasal verb accord with something (Definition of according from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

To give or grant, especially as being due or appropriate: accorded the president the proper deference.

ACCORDING definition: agreeing. See examples of according used in a sentence.

5 meanings: 1. in proportion; in relation 2. on the report (of); as stated (by) 3. in conformity (with); in accordance (with).... Click for more definitions.

The term according to can be used to attribute something reported — according to the news, the airports are closed (even though according to your friend, they're still open). It also refers to …

The meaning of ACCORD is to grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned. How to use accord in a sentence. Did you know? Synonym Discussion of Accord.

[~ + with + object] to agree: Refunding money without a receipt doesn't accord with company policy. bestow:[~ + object + object] They accorded the president great honor. an agreement, …

There are ten meanings listed in OED's entry for the word according, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

Jan 2, 2025 · according (comparative more according, superlative most according) Agreeing; in agreement or harmony; harmonious. This according voice of national wisdom.

To be in agreement, unity, or harmony. See Synonyms at correspond. n. 1. Agreement; harmony: act in accord with university policies. 2. A settlement or compromise between conflicting …