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Logical consequence
Introduce a result that follows from prior information.
Example
Demand declined; accordingly, production was reduced.
accordingly
/əˈkɔːdɪŋli/ · uh-KOR-ding-leecause-and-effect transition
Therefore, or in a way that corresponds to the circumstances.
Use accordingly when the context supports this precise meaning: therefore, or in a way that corresponds to the circumstances.
What accordingly Really Means
The word becomes easier to use when its closely related senses are separated and compared.
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Responsive action
Act in a way suited to known conditions.
Example
The route was flooded, so the team adjusted accordingly.
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Proportional relation
Change in correspondence with another factor.
Example
Costs rose, and fees increased accordingly.
Use accordingly Naturally
Notice how the surrounding noun or clause reveals the exact shade of meaning.
Demand declined; accordingly, production was reduced.
The route was flooded, so the team adjusted accordingly.
Costs rose, and fees increased accordingly.
Precision Matters
Accordingly overlaps with several common words, but each carries a different emphasis.
accordingly
vs.Means therefore, or in a way that corresponds to the circumstances.
additionally
Means also; as a further, separate point.
accordingly
vs.Means therefore, or in a way that corresponds to the circumstances.
consequently
Means as a result.
accordingly
vs.Means therefore, or in a way that corresponds to the circumstances.
nevertheless
Means in spite of that.
accordingly
vs.Means therefore, or in a way that corresponds to the circumstances.
above all
Means most importantly; before every other consideration.
Test accordingly in Context
The revision follows as a consequence of the identified error.
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The original date was based on a mistranslation; ___, the museum revised the label.