Synonyms for

Accordance

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

Definition

Agreement or conformity with something or someone.

Synonyms & similar words

accord conformity accordanceofrights agreement harmony compliance conformity consistency correspondence congruity accord similarity concordance congruence conformance uniformity alignment coincidence concord match consent concurrence observance

Synonyms by register

Formal

concord agreement compliance conformity harmony

Informal

line step sync keeping

Literary

consonance accord

Antonyms

disagreement conflict discord dispute opposition variance contrariety

Common collocations

  • in accordance with
  • in accordance with the provisions
  • in accordance with the law
  • in accordance with regulations
  • in accordance with policy
  • in accordance with the agreement
  • in accordance with the terms

Word family

noun accordance
verb accord
adjective accordant

Usage note

Primarily used in the phrase 'in accordance with', meaning 'in agreement with' or 'following'. It is a formal term.

Example sentences

  1. In accordance with the law, you must wear a seatbelt.
  2. The decision was made in accordance with the company's policies.
  3. He acted in accordance with his beliefs.
  4. The project was completed in accordance with the client's specifications.
  5. The school operates in accordance with state regulations.

Quotes

  • In accordance with the law of nature, it is only fair that no one can live without toiling.
  • In accordance with the law of the conservation of energy, the man who pushes his partner over the edge will find himself over the edge as well.
  • In accordance with the law of the universe, the greater the sacrifice, the greater the reward.

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