according

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'According' means in alignment with, or following a particular system, standards or rules. For example, when you do a task according to instructions, it means you are following the given steps correctly.

Examples in Different Contexts

In social impact work, ‘according’ can be used to align actions with mission statements or values. A nonprofit leader might say, ‘According to our mission, we focus on community development.’

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The UI of our new app is a bit clunky. We need to ensure it is user-friendly and modern.

Response:

Agreed. Maybe we can redesign the UI according to the latest design trends.

Creative

Scenario:

This marketing campaign is not as catchy as we'd hoped. Let's brainstorm and revise our strategy.

Response:

Yes, we should reposition our campaign according to our demographic's interests.