accordingly
UK[əˈkɔːdɪŋli]US[əˈkɔːrdɪŋli]
adv
in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances.
adv
as a result; therefore.
Morpheme Breakdown
accord
ing
ly
accord
to bring to heart, to agree
ing
ly
Etymology
the word 'accordingly' is built upon the verb 'accord', which originates from the latin 'accordare', meaning "to bring to one heart" or "to agree". this latin term itself is a combination of 'ad-' (to) and 'cor, cordis' (heart), reflecting the concept of harmony and agreement. the addition of the '-ing' suffix creates the present participle form, which, when combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly', transforms the concept of agreement into a manner of action. thus, 'accordingly' evolved to describe an action performed in a manner that is in agreement with, or appropriate to, preceding circumstances, and by extension, to introduce a logical consequence.
Analysis
Structure: accord + ing + ly
- accord: from latin 'ad-' (to) + 'cor, cordis' (heart), meaning "to bring to heart, to agree".
- ing: a suffix forming the present participle or gerund of verbs.
- ly: an old english suffix forming adverbs from adjectives or participles.
Examples
the rules have changed, and you must act accordingly.
he was found guilty and was sentenced accordingly.
the budget was increased, and accordingly, more staff were hired.