according to (someone or something)
according to (someone or something)
1. As stated by another individual or source. According to the almanac, we're going to have a very hot summer this year. That restaurant is excellent, according to Tom.
2. Proportionate to something. Nate gets paid time and a half according to how many hours of overtime he works.
See also: accord
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
according to someone or something
as said or indicated by someone or something. According to the weather forecast, this should be a beautiful day.
See also: accord
according to something
in proportion to something. You will get paid according to the number of hours that you work.
See also: accord
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- according to
- excellent
- Excellent!
- go on for an age
- go on for ages
- hold forth
- blue book
- be in the pink of health
- launch into
- launch into (something)