Synonyms of accompany

accompany

verb

ə-ˈkəmp-nē 

1

as in to escort

to go along with in order to provide assistance, protection, or companionship

children using the pool must be accompanied by a parent at all times

Synonyms & Similar Words

• escort
• attend
• see
• bring
• companion
• guide
• walk
• company
• protect
• follow
• chaperone
• convoy
• lead
• steer
• defend
• squire
• usher
• guard
• tag
• associate
• conduct
• pilot
• team (up)
• consort
• hang (around)
• tail
• pal (around)
• tag along
• hover (over)
• shadow

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abandon
• ditch
• dump
• forsake
• desert

2

as in to coincide

to occur or exist at the same time

a general feeling of weariness often accompanies a cold

Synonyms & Similar Words

• coincide
• happen
• coexist
• synchronize
• attend
• concur
• co-occur
• transpire
• chance
• hap

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• precede
• follow
• predate
• succeed
• antedate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of accompany

As taiko accompanied the demonstration, Kawashita bowed, dipped the oversized brush and swept it across the paper in deliberate, fluid movements before completing the work with her signature in red. — Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026

But these effects were accompanied by swelling, joint pain, carpal tunnel and, in some cases, diabetes. — Lori Youmshajekian, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2026

The show is accompanied by a listening room inspired by DeCarava’s personal music collection. — Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026

And at that point, the three countries will need to align their policies to avoid the confusion that has accompanied Chinese investment in Europe and to protect North American economic integration. — Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2026