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View synonyms for according to
according to
preposition
- in agreement or accord with:
according to his judgment.
- consistent with; in conformity with:
to be paid according to one's experience.
- on the authority of; as stated or reported by:
According to her, they have gone.
- in proportion to:
He'll be charged according to his ability to pay.
- contingent on:
According to the number of winners, the judges will award duplicate prizes.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of according to1
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English
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Example Sentences
These are the consequences, according to-85- this writer's idea.
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