accord (2 meanings)
2 meanings, 2 uses
1 —1 use as in:
according to, or in accord with
She will get a fair trial in accordance with the law.
accordance = keeping
Definition
Generally this sense of accord means:in keeping with; or in agreement/harmony/unity with
This sense of accord is often seen in the form according to or accordingly where it can take on more specific meanings. For example:
- "According to Kim, ..." — as stated by
- "To each according to her ability." — based upon
- "Points are scored according to how well they perform." — depending upon
- "The dose is calculated according to body weight." — in proportion to
- "We got a flat tire. Accordingly, I pulled to the side of the road." — because of what was just said; or as a result
Word Statistics
| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 53 uses in 10 avg bks |
2 —1 use as in:
done of her own accord
She was not forced. She did it of her own accord.
own accord = own mind — voluntarily (without anyone asking)
Definition
Generally this sense of accord means:mind
Word Statistics
| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
allay
1 use
They have tried to allay fears by saying their weapons are of a defensive nature.
allay = reduced the intensity of
Definition
Generally allay means:reduce the intensity of or calm
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| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 1 use in 10 avg bks |
bestow
2 uses
They gave her the highest honor they can bestow.
bestow = give (as an honor)
Definition
Generally bestow means:to give — typically to present as an honor or give as a gift
Word Statistics
| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |
betrothed
2 uses
She was betrothed on the day of her birth.
betrothed = promised to marry
Definition
Generally betrothed means:promised to marry; or the person who has promised to marry
Word Statistics
| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
calamity
2 uses
The whole country was affected by the calamity of 9/11.
calamity = disastrous event
Definition
Generally calamity means:a disastrous event; or the distress resulting from it
Word Statistics
| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 4 uses in 10 avg bks |
copious
1 use
She took copious notes.
copious = a lot of
Definition
Generally copious means:abundant (large in quantity or number)
Word Statistics
| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 1 use in 10 avg bks |
desist
1 use
The Federal Trade Commission ordered the company to cease-and-desist from making such claims.
desist = to not do something
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| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
destitute
2 uses
The article is entitled Destitute and Desperate in the Land of Plenty.
destitute = extremely poor
Definition
Generally destitute means:extremely poor; or lacking the necessities of life such as food and shelter
The expression "destitute of" means: lacking
The expression "destitute of" means: lacking
Word Statistics
| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |
distraught
3 uses
At the time, she was distraught over the loss of her child.
distraught = extremely distressed
Definition
Generally distraught means:extremely distressed—typically with worry or grief
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| Book | 3 uses |
| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
entreat
2 uses
She flattered and entreated him until he agreed to help.
entreated = asked
Definition
Generally entreat means:to ask — especially while trying hard to overcome resistance
Word Statistics
| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 3 uses in 10 avg bks |
flout
2 uses
The current enforcement policy encourages people to flout the law.
flout = openly disregard
Definition
Generally flout means:to openly disregard — typically a law, rule, or custom
Word Statistics
| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 1 use in 10 avg bks |
forlorn
2 uses
She energized the previously forlorn team.
forlorn = hopeless
Definition
Generally forlorn means:sad, hopeless, pitiful and/or abandoned
Word Statistics
| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 6 uses in 10 avg bks |
forthwith
1 use
The judge ordered her release "forthwith."
forthwith = immediately
Definition
Generally forthwith means:immediately — (most typically seen in legal documents, formal use, or classic literature)
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| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 1 use in 10 avg bks |
perfidy
1 use
She is guilty of perfidy if not treason.
perfidy = an act of deliberate betrayal
Definition
Generally perfidy means:an act of deliberate betrayal; or such behavior
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| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 1 use in 10 avg bks |
prudent
1 use
She was promoted to manager because she is so prudent.
prudent = sensible and careful
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| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 7 uses in 10 avg bks |
repentance
2 uses
Prisoners who show repentance are more likely to be released on parole.
repentance = regret for having done wrong with a desire to be a better person in the future
Definition
Generally repentance means:the feeling or expression of regret for having done something wrong with a firm decision to be a better person in the future
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| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 5 uses in 10 avg bks |
timorous
1 use
She was timorous as a mouse.
timorous = timid
Definition
Generally timorous means:timid (fearful) or shy
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| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
untoward
1 use
She was embarrassed by his untoward behavior.
untoward = improper or awkward
Definition
Generally untoward means:improper, awkward, or unfavorable
Word Statistics
| Book | 1 use |
| Library | 0 uses in 10 avg bks |
unwitting
2 uses
She unwittingly bought and sold stolen merchandise.
unwittingly = unintentionally (without knowing it)
Definition
Generally unwitting means:not intentional (without knowledge)
Word Statistics
| Book | 2 uses |
| Library | 2 uses in 10 avg bks |