accordingly Definition
- 1in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances
- 2as a result of what has been done or said
Using accordingly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "accordingly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He failed his exam and accordingly had to retake it.
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She requested a raise and was granted one accordingly.
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The weather forecast predicted rain, so we packed accordingly.
accordingly Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for accordingly
Phrases with accordingly
to behave in a way that is appropriate to the situation
Example
If you are in a professional setting, you should act accordingly.
to make plans that are appropriate to the situation
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If you are going on a hike, you should plan accordingly by bringing enough water and wearing appropriate clothing.
to allocate resources in a way that is appropriate to the situation
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If you are planning a trip, you should budget accordingly by saving money and researching affordable options.
Origins of accordingly
from Middle English 'acordant', meaning 'in agreement'
Summary: accordingly in Brief
'Accordingly' [əˈkɔːdɪŋli] means in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances or as a result of what has been done or said. It is often used to indicate a logical consequence, as in 'He failed his exam and accordingly had to retake it.' Other phrases like 'act accordingly,' 'plan accordingly,' and 'budget accordingly' use 'accordingly' to denote appropriate behavior, planning, or allocation of resources.
