According

Pronunciation: /əˈkɔːrdɪŋ/

According (preposition)

  1. as someone or something says or reports
  2. in a way that matches or follows a rule or plan

Examples

  • According to the report, sales increased last year.
  • According to experts, exercise improves mental health.

Common collocations: according to the report, according to experts, according to the plan, according to the schedule

Synonyms of According

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of According

  • when something opposes or disagrees
  • when something is in conflict