according to

preposition

1. in agreement or accord with:

   according to his judgment.

2. consistent with; in conformity with:

   to be paid according to one's experience.

3. on the authority of; as stated or reported by:

   According to her, they have gone.

4. in proportion to:

   He'll be charged according to his ability to pay.

5. contingent on:

   According to the number of winners, the judges will award duplicate prizes.

Word History and Origins

Origin of according to¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English

Example Sentences

These are the consequences, according to-85- this writer's idea.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• in accord with
• in accordance with
• in agreement with