Word
accordingly
Phoneticsac·cord·ing·ly, stress on the second syllable
US/əˈkɔɹdɪŋɫi/
UK/ɐkˈɔːdɪŋli/
Adverb of manner
Definitions
01consequently
C1 · Advanced Formal · Academic
adv. as a result of something that was just mentioned.
adv. used as a conjunctive adverb to indicate that the following statement is a logical consequence of the previous one.
“The cost of materials has gone up, and our prices have increased accordingly.”
“The research budget was significantly reduced mid-year; accordingly, several planned field studies had to be cancelled or postponed.”
Usage
Often placed at the beginning of a clause or at the very end to show a result.
Synonyms
02suitably
C1 · Advanced Formal
adv. in a way that is right or suitable for the situation.
adv. in a manner that is appropriate to or consistent with the particular circumstances.
“It was a formal party, so we dressed accordingly in suits and gowns.”
“The manager explained the new safety protocols and asked all staff members to behave accordingly while on the factory floor.”
Usage
Usually follows the verb or the entire clause it modifies.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “accordingly” in context.
Verb
01. accordingly make
“We have updated our safety protocols and ask that you accordingly make the necessary adjustments.”
adv + verb
02. accordingly provide
“The committee identified a lack of resources and will accordingly provide additional funding.”
adv + verb
Real-World Examples
“This highlights how open-source tools can help organizations see where inequities are most concentrated and prioritize services accordingly in the communities most affected.” “Nolan works across sculpture, textile, painting, drawing and text, and Dreamshook is accordingly rich in colour and pictorial detail, including bent metal sculptures, tapestries and drawings.” “Any dog owner would tell you that their canine companions are attuned to their humans’ emotional state and respond accordingly.” “He bracketed his players into one of three “ABC” categories, depending on their dominant motivation, and would change his man-management style accordingly.” Etymology
From Middle English acordingli, equivalent to according + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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ADVERB
PREPOSITION
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
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