accordingly
|ac-cord-ing-ly|
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/əˈkɔrdɪŋli/
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/əˈkɔːdɪŋli/
(accord)
agreement or harmony
Etymology
Etymology Information
'accordingly' originates from the word 'accord,' which comes from Old French 'acorder,' meaning 'to agree.'
Historical Evolution
'acorder' transformed into the Middle English word 'acorden,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'accord.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to agree or be in harmony,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that is appropriate to the circumstances.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances.
He was told to act accordingly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35