accordingly

adverb

ac·​cord·​ing·​ly ə-ˈkȯr-diŋ-lē How to pronounce accordingly (audio)
1
: in accordance : correspondingly
Read the instructions and act accordingly.
2
: consequently, so
was delayed and accordingly arrived late

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.
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Russia’s approach appeared to be sustainable—even in 2022, when Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and adjusted its military presence in Syria accordingly. Nicole Grajewski, The Atlantic, 3 Dec. 2024 Then at the end the experimenters would randomly pick one of the choices the participant had made and pay him or her accordingly. Christian B. Miller, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024 Pack accordingly Bringing distractions is helpful for travelers of all abilities, and that's especially true for neurodivergent flyers. Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024 Parachute's Eco Comfort mattress is discounted from its usual $2,400 to $1,680 (for the queen-size), with other bed size savings staggered accordingly. Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for accordingly 

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of accordingly was in the 15th century

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“Accordingly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accordingly. Accessed 10 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

accordingly

adverb
ac·​cord·​ing·​ly ə-ˈkȯrd-iŋ-lē How to pronounce accordingly (audio)
1
: in accordance : correspondingly
2

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