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noun

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as in treaty
a formal agreement between two or more nations or peoples hoped to bring about a peace accord between the warring nations

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Synonym Chooser

How does the verb accord contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of accord are award, concede, grant, and vouchsafe. While all these words mean "to give as a favor or a right," accord implies giving to another what is due or proper.

accorded all the honors befitting a head of state

When might award be a better fit than accord?

Although the words award and accord have much in common, award implies giving what is deserved or merited usually after a careful weighing of pertinent factors.

awarded the company a huge defense contract

When is it sensible to use concede instead of accord?

While in some cases nearly identical to accord, concede implies yielding something reluctantly in response to a rightful or compelling claim.

even her critics concede she can be charming

Where would grant be a reasonable alternative to accord?

In some situations, the words grant and accord are roughly equivalent. However, grant implies giving to a claimant or petitioner something that could be withheld.

granted them a new hearing

When is vouchsafe a more appropriate choice than accord?

While the synonyms vouchsafe and accord are close in meaning, vouchsafe implies granting something as a courtesy or an act of gracious condescension.

vouchsafed the secret to only a few chosen disciples

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of accord
Noun
The accords, signed in 2020 in a ceremony hosted by President Trump, saw Israel normalize relations with the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Morocco. Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Mar. 2025 What really makes Fleur unique, however, is the singular accord that sits at the top of the fragrance: mineral salt. Sophia Panych, Allure, 19 Mar. 2025 The International Atomic Energy Agency, the United Nations' nuclear watchdog, had said the accord was proving effective. Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025 On Tuesday, McIlroy revisited the topic on his own accord. Gabby Herzig, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for accord
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accord
Verb
  • And that rapid genetic adaptation has coincided with a northward march of the pythons, which have now been detected—at least through detection of their DNA in environmental droppings—well beyond Lake Okeechobee.
    Stephen S. Hall, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Or, plan a visit during late June or early July to coincide with Vincy Mas, the nation's carnival celebration held primarily on St. Vincent.
    Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 19 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • More: States scramble after Trump's 'devastating' cuts to humanities grants A spokesperson for NEH did not return a request for more information.
    Sarah D. Wire, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2025
  • In short, these businesses granted the IRS a 15.3% profit share in their business.
    Cindy McGhee, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Over this period, Washington and Moscow have been engaging in serious efforts to limit and reduce their arsenals of nuclear weapons, sometimes through treaties and sometimes through unilateral initiatives conducted in parallel.
    Rose Gottemoeller, Foreign Affairs, 15 Apr. 2025
  • The study authors suggest their findings could be helpful to the United Nations’ Minamata Convention on Mercury, an international treaty to protect humans and the environment from the negative effects of the metal.
    Sara Hashemi, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • The letter to Johnson and Grassley, sent in accordance with the War Powers Resolution, affirmed the president's intent to continue operations until the Houthi threat is neutralized, emphasizing his constitutional authority to defend U.S. interests and calling on Congress for continued support.
    Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Built in accordance with Japanese postwar aspirations, the house had two floors and three bedrooms, yet felt cramped and overstuffed.
    Elif Batuman, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • In February, Vice Studios cut a distribution agreement with ITV Studios.
    Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 28 Apr. 2025
  • The agreement also has a joint research component where both companies will study and assess the actual effects of AI on professional tax preparation, with the goal of creating scalable solutions for future AI apps and solutions.
    Tor Constantino, MBA, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Microsoft, its top competitor, announced first-quarter Azure cloud growth and guidance for the business that exceeded consensus on Wednesday.
    Jordan Novet, CNBC, 1 May 2025
  • Token issuers are also expected to clearly state a token’s function, consensus mechanism, custody models, risks, and control measures.
    Lawrence Wintermeyer, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025
Noun
  • Chris Perkins' final NFL mock draft: Dolphins make the obvious choice . . .
    Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Tax incentives, easier permitting and construction grants are accelerating growth, making modular structures a solid choice for infrastructure needs.
    Ascend Agency, New York Daily News, 21 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Cox and his team ensure each of their rentals (and their corresponding shower curtains) are clean and cared for.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2025
  • Trump held up an enormous chart that displayed the names of countries and corresponding tariffs.
    Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2025

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“Accord.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accord. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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