Basic Details
Word: Accord
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb
Meaning: Agreement or harmony between people or groups; to give grant something or act in agreement.
Synonyms: Agreement, concord, harmony
Antonyms: Disagreement, conflict, discord
Idioms and Phrases
- In accord with: In agreement with something or someone. Example: "Her statement was in accord with the evidence presented."
- To bring into accord: To make different opinions or ideas agree. Example: "The team worked hard to bring all members into accord on the project aims."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The two countries reached an accord to reduce pollution in their rivers.
Example 2: After much discussion, they finally came to an accord on how to solve the problem.
Example 3: The teacher encouraged the students to work in accord to complete the group project.
Fun Fact
The word "accord" comes from the Old French word "acorder," which means to agree or to grant, and is derived from the Latin word "accordare." It has been used in English since the late 14th century.
Famous Quote
"Peace and friendship with all mankind is our wisest policy, and I wish we may be able to carry it out in all its parts, in full accord and co-operation with others." Thomas Jefferson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "accord" mean as a noun?
a) A conflict between parties
b) An agreement or harmony
c) A disagreement over a topic
d) A casual conversation
Answer: b) An agreement or harmony
2. Which of these is a synonym of "accord"?
a) Conflict
b) Discord
c) Harmony
d) Disagreement
Answer: c) Harmony
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "accord"?
a) Agreement
b) Cooperation
c) Conflict
d) Accordance
Answer: c) Conflict
4. Which sentence uses "accord" correctly?
a) They were in accord about the best way to handle the situation.
b) The accord played beautifully at the concert.
c) She placed her accord in the drawer.
d) The dogs were in accord with each other.
Answer: a) They were in accord about the best way to handle the situation.
5. Which idiom means "in agreement with"?
a) To bring into accord
b) In accord with
c) To break the accord
d) With flying colors
Answer: b) In accord with
