accordingly

adverb

ac·​cord·​ing·​ly ə-ˈkȯr-diŋ-lē 

1

: in accordance : correspondingly

Read the instructions and act accordingly.

2

: consequently, so

was delayed and accordingly arrived late

Synonyms of accordingly

• therefore
• so
• thus
• consequently

Examples of accordingly in a Sentence

He knew his limitations and acted accordingly.

She is considered a manager and is paid accordingly.

The car is made with the best materials and is priced accordingly.

Recent Examples on the Web

Go for it—and adjust any seasoning accordingly. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2026

Those are allegations and a short-seller's claim, not findings; Culper holds a position that profits if Nvidia's shares fall, which colours its analysis and should be weighed accordingly. — Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026

This trail through Dark Canyon can be overgrown, so please plan accordingly, including downloading a map and bringing a paper map with you. — Jaclyn Cosgrove, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026

Place all feeders accordingly to ensure the most amount of birds visiting. — Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 18 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from acordyng "agreeing" (from present participle of accorden "to accord entry 1") + -ly -ly entry 2

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing accordingly

• act accordingly

Kids Definition

accordingly

adverb

ac·​cord·​ing·​ly ə-ˈkȯrd-iŋ-lē 

1

: in accordance : correspondingly

2

: consequently, so