accordance

noun

ac·​cor·​dance ə-ˈkȯr-dᵊn(t)s 

1

: agreement, conformity

in accordance with a rule

2

: the act of granting something

the accordance of a privilege

Synonyms

• accord
• agreement
• conformance
• conformity
• congruence
• congruency
• congruity
• consonance
• harmony
• tune

Examples of accordance in a Sentence

make sure the fund-raiser is in accordance with the school rules

Recent Examples on the Web

With the largest road course in the United States, including the new Charleston Peak circuit that was built in accordance with the FIA’s Grade 3 requirements, the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School also offers lodging directly next to the track. —Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2024

Kate Middleton Reveals Cancer Diagnosis: Full Recap Meanwhile, Princess Kate will return to work in accordance with advice from her medical team. —Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 22 Mar. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English acordance, acordaunce, borrowed from Anglo-French, from acordant accordant + -ance, -aunce -ance

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing accordance

• in accordance with

Kids Definition

accordance

noun

ac·​cor·​dance ə-ˈkȯrd-ᵊn(t)s 

: agreement sense 1b, conformity

in accordance with a rule