Accord

Pronunciation: /əˈkɔːrd/

Accord (noun)

  1. a formal agreement between two or more groups or countries
  2. a state of harmony or unity between people or ideas

Examples

  • The countries signed an accord to reduce emissions.
  • They reached an accord after long negotiations.

Common collocations: sign an accord, reach an accord, peace accord, in perfect accord, in accord with

Accord (verb)

  1. to give or grant something, especially as a favor or honor
  2. to agree with or match something

Examples

  • The committee accorded him the highest honor.
  • She was accorded the respect she deserved.

Synonyms of Accord

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Accord

  • — when discussing lack of agreement or harmony
  • — when discussing opposing views or conflict