ACCORDANCE Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

accordance

noun

ə-ˈkȯr-dᵊn(t)s

Definition of accordance

as in accord

a state of consistency make sure the fund-raiser is in accordance with the school rules

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Recent Examples of accordance The Marine’s name has not been released, in accordance with Navy policy to withhold identification until at least 24 hours after next-of-kin notification, NBC 7 reported. — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 28 June 2026 Folsom Cordova Unified School District Folsom Cordova Unified says all of its schools have accessible gender-neutral restrooms, in accordance with SB 760. — Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 27 June 2026 There was also no documentation found indicating that DOC and RNP met to discuss the methadone treatment course for Cole, in accordance with DOC policy. — Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 26 June 2026 And dispose of it in accordance with local rules. — Chris Vannini, New York Times, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for accordance

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Noun

My muscles act of their own accord, and no amount of research or planning or PowerPoint-making can change that.

— Hayley Fleming, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Some left on their own accord because of changes made following state intervention.

— Samuel O’Neal July 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026

Definition of accord

Noun

But the gentle vocal harmonies and trippy acoustic strumming, like the jokey title, transform the song into something else.

— Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 17 July 2026
Desai was inspired by Gandhi’s ideals of nondiscrimination and social harmony.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 July 2026

Definition of harmony

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AlignSphere Ventures is asking the city for a conditional-use permit to build the hospital, as well as a development-agreement modification and a preliminary plat.

— Rose Evans July 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026
Growing societal acceptance of and support for working mothers is part of that change, as is an NWSL collective-bargaining agreement featuring protections and provisions for mothers and childcare.

— PJ Green July 24, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

Definition of agreement

Noun

The sharp lyrics and title are embodied in the music itself, most notably in the relentless rhythm section, which reflects the endless pursuit of conformity and ambition that Smith criticizes.

— Sophie Miller, Rolling Stone, 19 July 2026
The film is a reminder that conformity is never compulsory, and that putting yourself out there is the only way to find out who’s ready to catch you.

— Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026

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