according to
Pronunciation
/əˈkɔrdɪŋ tu/
British pronunciation
/əˈkɔːdɪŋ tuː/

Definition & Meaning of "according to"in English

according to
01

in regard to what someone has said or written

according to definition and meaning
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According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
According to John's email, the meeting has been rescheduled to Friday.
02

in a way that follows or obeys a particular particular plan, system, or set of rules

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The professor, according to the syllabus, expects the assignment to be submitted by Friday.
According to tradition, the ceremony takes place at sunset.
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