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accord
[ uh-kawrd ]
verb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
accord
/ əˈkɔːd /
noun
- agreement; conformity; accordance (esp in the phrase in accord with )
- consent or concurrence of opinion
- with one accordunanimously
- pleasing relationship between sounds, colours, etc; harmony
- a settlement of differences, as between nations; compromise
- of one's own accordvoluntarily
verb
- to be or cause to be in harmony or agreement
- tr to grant; bestow
Derived Forms
- acˈcorder, noun
- acˈcordable, adjective
Other Word Forms
- ac·cord·a·ble adjective
- ac·cord·er noun
- non·ac·cord noun
- pre·ac·cord noun verb (used without object)
- un·ac·cord·a·ble adjective
- un·ac·cord·ed adjective
- well-ac·cord·ed adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of accord1
Idioms and Phrases
- of one's own accord, without being asked or told; voluntarily:
We did the extra work of our own accord.
More idioms and phrases containing accord
see of one's own accord .Synonym Study
Example Sentences
The Los Angeles Police Department responded to a call for a multi-victim shooting at 3:51 p.m. in the 400 block of North Soto Street, according to a department spokesperson.
The judges’ lawsuit was recently consolidated with more than 10 other similar cases against LADWP, brought by more than 750 other residents, according to one of the attorneys working on the cases, Alexander Robertson.
He was the most important of the three African church leaders, according to Prof Bellitto.
Pivotal because the team that wins Game 5 and subsequently takes a 3-2 lead in the series has gone on to win the series 81.3% of the time, according to the NBA.
Google is still by far the dominant player in search, capturing roughly 89% of global traffic, according to analyst estimates.
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More About Accord
What does accord mean?
To accord is to agree or be in harmony with someone or something.
Accord is usually used formally to mean to work together. It is often used in official decrees, analysis of public figures, and governmental affairs.
Related to this, an accord is an agreement. In particular when nations agree to something, we often say they have reached an accord, as with the Paris Climate Accords.
To accord can also mean to grant or bestow. Oftentimes an item that is accorded is something that will strengthen a relationship or agreement, as with according someone praise or forgiveness.
Example: Failure to reach an accord will mean the battle will continue for years to come.
Where does accord come from?
The first records of the term accord come from the 1100s. It comes from the Latin accordāre. In Latin, the term cord means “heart” or “mind.” In the same way, accord means “to add heart” or “lend mind,” as one does when they accord.
One of the most common uses of accord is in the phrase of one’s own accord, meaning “voluntarily” or “done without being asked to.” If you do something of your own will, you are showing a desire to accord with those who benefit from your action. If you empty the dishwasher of your own accord, you’re showing the people you live with a desire to help take care of your home, which can create accord among everyone you live with.
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What are some other forms related to accord?
- accordable (adjective)
- accorder (noun)
- according (adjective)
- accordant (adjective)
- well-accorded (adjective)
What are some synonyms for accord?
What are some words that share a root or word element with accord?
What are some words that often get used in discussing accord?
How is accord used in real life?
Accord is usually used in academic or professional settings, although it is sometimes used casually as well.
BREAKING: France, Germany, Italy issue joint statement saying Paris climate accord can't be renegotiated.
— The Associated Press (@AP) June 1, 2017
BREAKING: After years of talks, Colombia and FARC rebels announce accord for ending half-century of war.
— The Associated Press (@AP) August 24, 2016
Even if you want to stick to an idea, if it doesn't work for you, it will change on its own accord. Be patient.
— Yoko Ono ☮️🏳️ (@yokoono) August 31, 2017
Try using accord!
Which of the following is NOT a synonym for accord?
A. agree
B. fight
C. confirm
D. afirm
Definitions and idiom definitions from Dictionary.com Unabridged, based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023
Idioms from The American Heritage® Idioms Dictionary copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
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