accordance

[uh-kawr-dns]

noun

1. agreement; conformity.

   in accordance with the rules.

2. the act of according or granting.

   the accordance of all rights and privileges.

accordance

/ əˈkɔːdəns /

noun

1. conformity; agreement; accord (esp in the phrase in accordance with )

2. the act of granting; bestowal

   accordance of rights

Other Word Forms

• preaccordance noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of accordance¹

1275–1325; Middle English acordance < Old French. See accord, -ance

Example Sentences

Security guards rushed to the site, but they were unarmed in accordance with regulations, museum officials said.

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The operation drew quick criticism from local leaders, including Mayor Eric Adams, who emphasized that the immigration action was conducted without the help of New York Police Department officers, in accordance with local laws.

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The encroachment from prediction markets poses a threat to traditional sportsbooks, which are governed in accordance with state gambling laws.

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The notice stated the president-elect was deemed to have resigned in accordance with Oxford Union's rules.

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The officers involved in the incident have been placed on paid administrative leave, in accordance with Oakland Police Department policy.

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Related Words

• accord 
• conformity 
• consonance