accordingly

In that manner

Accordingly means in a way that fits the circumstances or follows logically from what came before.

It often connects cause and effect: The forecast predicted rain; we planned accordingly.

It can also mean therefore or consequently: She was the most qualified candidate and was accordingly promoted.

consequence

therefore

For that reason

so · ergo · wherefore · as a result · for this reason · in consequence · thereby · in turn · subsequently · thereupon

compliance

correspondingly

In a matching way

properly · as directed · as expected · in keeping · obediently · dutifully · respectfully

proportionality

proportionally

In matching ratio

in proportion · to scale · matching · balanced · calibrated · adjusted · fitting · apt · congruent · aligned

adaptation

adjusting

Altering to correct

calibrating · reconfiguring · aligning · responding · reacting · accommodating · shifting · revising · customizing · tuning

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logical consequence

accordinglyhowever

Introduces a contrasting point

nevertheless · conversely · nonetheless · yet · on the contrary

appropriateness/suitability

accordinglyinappropriately

In an unsuitable manner

unsuitably · improperly · incongruously · inaptly · impertinently

consistency/method

accordinglyarbitrarily

Without logical basis

randomly · inconsistently · haphazardly · capriciously · erratically

Phrases
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