according
To make to agree or correspond; to suit one thing to another; to adjust.
Word facts
Definition of According
To make to agree or correspond; to suit one thing to another; to adjust.
How to use According
According is a verb. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.
Synonyms for According
Antonyms for According
Word Lab tools for "according"
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FAQ
Questions people ask
How many syllables does according have?
According has 3 syllables: acc·ord·ing. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.
What part of speech is according?
According is used as a verb. As a verb, it describes an action or state.
What are synonyms for according?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for according. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use according in a sentence?
According can be used in sentences where a verb describing to make to agree or correspond; to suit one thing to another; to adjust. is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.
What words start with the same letter as according?
According starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does according have?
According has 9 letters. It contains 3 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.