prep
adj
Freq #1210
Meanings
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1
prep
according to: as stated, reported, or believed by a particular person or source
According to the guide, the trail closes at sunset.
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2
prep
according to: in a way that agrees with a rule, plan, or set of facts
The equipment was installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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3
adj
archaic: agreeing or harmonious
The delegates finally spoke with according voices.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
1
prep
· according to: as stated,...
as stated byon the authority of
2
prep
· according to: in a way that...
in accordance within line with
Opposites
contrary to
Word family
Etymology
From accord + -ing. Accord entered English through Old French acorder ("reconcile, agree"), ultimately from Latin ad- ("to") and cor ("heart"). According to first meant "in agreement with" and broadened to introduce the source or authority for a statement.