Thesaurus results for ACCOUNTING

accounting 1 of 2

noun

ə-ˈkau̇n-tiŋ

Definition of accounting

as in explanation

a statement given to explain a belief or act what accounting can you give for your bizarre actions on the night in question?

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

accounting

2 of 2

verb

present participle of account

as in considering

to think of in a particular way account themselves lucky to be alive

Synonyms & Similar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Recent Examples of accounting

Noun

The Securities and Exchange Commission sued Ferder in August, alleging massive accounting fraud that led to more than $1 billion in fictitious revenue being booked by the business. — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 Trump said in January that the DOJ was investigating Omar after an accounting mistake on financial disclosures overstated her husband’s assets. — Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 12 Oct. 2026

Verb

Higher-income buyers, buoyed by more cash on hand and larger budgets, are accounting for a growing share of the housing market, while lower-income buyers struggle to keep up. — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026 Such Black Sea shipping is especially crucial for Ukraine’s agricultural exports of grain, accounting for well over 90 percent. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for accounting

Recent Examples of Synonyms for accounting

Noun

But conventional explanations emphasizing liberalism’s association with economic development and the rise of a middle class cannot fully account for ideological shifts.

— Mansoor Moaddel, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026
But the younger Trejo’s account at least offers an explanation for why his father took the job with Shapiro’s Daily Wire.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of explanation

Verb

However, experts cautioned against considering ammonia a globally sustainable maritime fuel because its global fuel network is not yet fully developed.

— Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
Patients considering care abroad should also research the clinic, the practitioner's training and experience, the products being used, emergency procedures and what follow-up care would be available if complications develop after returning home.

— Kristine Lazar, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of considering

Noun

Here, Benavidez Clayton dives into the reasons behind BCI’s regenerative push, why social impact is a critical piece of the puzzle and how brands can get involved.

— SJ Studio, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
The Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival is a treasure, and a public good Arkansans have reason to support.

— Philip Martin, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of reason

Verb

The conflicting signals have complicated the expectations game regarding the Federal Reserve's next move.

— Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026
The allegations regarding Omar’s citizenship gained attention among conservative activists and commentators starting in 2019, when Omar became a member of Congress.

— Philip Wang, Time, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of regarding

Verb

What needs help O'Connell hasn't had much success with trick plays over five seasons of calling the offense.

— CBS News, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
But whether calling him by first name, last name, both or by nickname, just make sure to put respect on the Lakers forward’s game that’s too varied to fit in a single position.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026