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View synonyms for according to

according to

preposition

  1. in agreement or accord with.

    according to his judgment.

  2. consistent with; in conformity with.

    to be paid according to one's experience.

  3. on the authority of; as stated or reported by.

    According to her, they have gone.

  4. in proportion to.

    He'll be charged according to his ability to pay.

  5. 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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