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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
Unfortunately for Spain, Colombia never signed that agreement and some experts argue the accord is intended for modern warships, not historical wrecks. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2025 Violet leaf, amber accord and driftwood round out the mix with an earthy, soft touch. Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025 After former President Joe Biden failed to reach an agreement to revitalize U.S. participation in the JCPOA, Trump has sought to reach a new accord that would introduce stringent checks on Iran's nuclear program. Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025 Any agreement will require the two sides to reach an accord about whether Iran should maintain a capacity to enrich uranium on its own soil. Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for accord
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accord
Verb
  • The visit coincided with what would have been the 64th birthday of his late mother, Princess Diana — whose compassion inspired his commitment.
    Simon Perry, People.com, 1 July 2025
  • Tesla’s slide over the past year coincided with what was until recently Musk’s outspoken and financially generous support for Trump.
    Alan Ohnsman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • Twenty years later, grant funding from the Department of Justice has set up 61 treatment courts and 30 diversion programs across Wisconsin.
    Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 4 July 2025
  • He was granted approval to wear a small black ribbon instead.
    Ben Church, CNN Money, 4 July 2025
Noun
  • Ukraine was one of roughly 160 countries that had agreed to the treaty, though Russia never did.
    Anders Hagstrom, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2025
  • Any nation joining this campaign that is also a signatory to the NPT would have to withdraw from that treaty, Bollfrass says.
    Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • The rhythm of the beat completely changes, and the rhythm of how the body has to move in accordance with that beat.
    Ashley Boucher, EW.com, 13 June 2025
  • This was done in accordance with GHF protocol to avoid casualties.
    Abigail Williams, NBC news, 27 May 2025
Noun
  • These issues have driven a cycle of reciprocal tariffs and have made further comprehensive agreements difficult to achieve in recent years.
    Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025
  • A couple of questions remain: What happens if the tariffs go into place, ending the 2019 agreement?
    Ken Roberts, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • The overall debate lasted for more than an hour, but the trustees did not find consensus on either proposal.
    Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
  • Paychex anticipates revenue growth of 16.5% to 18.5% for the upcoming year, which is slightly below market consensus.
    Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • This focus aligns with their desire to generate positive societal and environmental impacts through their investment choices.
    Hemanth Golla, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Fox’s lips were painted in a gray-nude glossy shade, a neutral choice to complement her pale, even-toned base.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • California State University redacted the identities of those five witnesses that corresponded with Heaphy and May during the investigation in the public records provided to Fox News Digital.
    Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 24 June 2025
  • These bags are super easy to use: Just toss in your bottles, add the water and seal it up, and microwave for the length of time that corresponds with your microwave’s power.
    Olivia Campbell, Parents, 24 June 2025

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“Accord.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accord. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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