Accordingly
/əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/
adverbIntermediateCommonGeneral
Meaning
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Definitions
1
In a way that is appropriate or suitable to the particular circumstances or conditions.
/əˈkɔːrdɪŋli/
adverbneutralIntermediate
General
as a result; thus
He was paid accordingly for his hard work.
💡 Simply: In a fitting way
More Examples
2
The teacher will adjust the homework accordingly based on student progress.
How It's Used
General
"She received a promotion accordingly."
From Old English 'geaccordon', meaning 'in proportion' or 'suitable to conditions'.
Used since the 15th century, originally in the context of legal proceedings.
Memory tip
Imagine an orchestra playing 'accord'ingly after being instructed by the conductor.
Practice
Base: accord
accordinlyaccordinglys
Usage
60%Spoken
40%Written