Synonyms for

Accompany

Verb / ʌˈkʌmpʌni: / Another word for accompany — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to go somewhere with someone or to be present with someone in order to provide help or support

Synonyms & similar words

playalong companion keepcompany gowith company follow attachto comewith escort attend chaperone follow shadow join accede agree assent comply conform follow harmonize match parallel

Synonyms by register

Formal

escort attend usher conduct

Informal

tag along go with join hang out with

Literary

attend escort join

Antonyms

leave depart separate forsake abandon withdraw divorce

Common collocations

  • accompany a guest
  • accompany a singer
  • accompany a dancer
  • accompany a friend
  • accompany on an instrument
  • accompany a letter
  • accompany a package

Word family

noun accompaniment
verb accompany
adjective accompanying
adverb accompanyingly

Usage note

Often used to indicate going somewhere with someone, or providing support or addition. Be mindful of the context to choose the most appropriate synonym.

Example sentences

  1. I will accompany you to the party.
  2. The teacher will accompany the students on the field trip.
  3. My dog likes to accompany me on walks.
  4. She asked her friend to accompany her to the concert.
  5. The pianist will be accompanied by a violinist.

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  • Friendship is always a sweet responsibility, never an opportunity. - Khalil Gibran
  • Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. - Pablo Casals
  • The only true disability is the inability to accept and appreciate diversity. - Wayne Dyer

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