English / phrase
according to
B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
As reported, stated, or indicated by an authority, document, or individual; consistent with; as stated by or in; in a manner conforming to
In context
01
According to the team physician, our star forward needs three days of rest before resuming practice.
02
The drills proceeded strictly according to the detailed schedule drawn up by the strength coach.
Synonyms
as stated by,based on,per
Antonyms
contrary to,in defiance of
Collocations
according to the coach,according to reports,according to the plan