Accompanied: meaning, definitions and examples
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accompanied
[ əˈkʌmp(ə)niːd ]
social gathering
To go somewhere with someone as a companion or escort, typically for social events or activities. It implies being in the company of someone for a specific purpose or to provide support.
Synonyms
accompany, escort, go along with.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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accompanied |
This is used to describe someone who is together with another person, often implying assistance or companionship.
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escort |
This word signifies someone or something providing protection, guidance, or company, often for safety. It has a formal or protective connotation.
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accompany |
This word is used to describe the act of going somewhere with someone. It can also be used in a musical context to mean playing music with someone.
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go along with |
This phrase is informal and used to describe going somewhere together or agreeing with a plan or idea.
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Examples of usage
- She accompanied her friend to the party last night.
- The president was accompanied by his security detail during the official visit.
- The children were accompanied by their teacher on the field trip.
music performance
To perform music alongside someone or something. It can refer to instrumental accompaniment or singing in harmony with the main melody.
Synonyms
back up, harmonize, play along.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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accompanied |
Used when one thing or person is going along with another, typically in a supportive role. It can be used in various settings such as music, travel, or events.
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harmonize |
Typically used in the context of music, to describe voices or instruments blending together in a melodious way. It can also be used more generally to describe elements working well together.
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play along |
Used to describe joining in an activity or performance, often pretending to agree or be involved, sometimes with the connotation of going along with something without real conviction.
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back up |
Used when providing support or evidence for something or someone. This term can be applied in situations ranging from emergencies to supporting an argument.
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Examples of usage
- The pianist accompanied the singer during the concert.
- The orchestra beautifully accompanied the solo violinist.
Translations
Translations of the word "accompanied" in other languages:
🇵🇹 acompanhado
🇮🇳 साथ
🇩🇪 begleitet
🇮🇩 ditemani
🇺🇦 супроводжуваний
🇵🇱 towarzyszył
🇯🇵 同行した
🇫🇷 accompagné
🇪🇸 acompañado
🇹🇷 eşlik edilen
🇰🇷 동반된
🇸🇦 مصحوب
🇨🇿 doprovázený
🇸🇰 sprevádzaný
🇨🇳 陪同
🇸🇮 spremljan
🇮🇸 fylgt
🇰🇿 қоса жүру
🇬🇪 თანმხლები
🇦🇿 müşayiət olunan
🇲🇽 acompañado
Etymology
The word 'accompanied' originated from the Middle English word 'acompanien', which came from the Old French word 'acompaignier', meaning 'to be a companion'. The prefix 'ad-' means 'to' and 'companion' comes from the Latin 'companionem', meaning 'one who breaks bread with another'. The concept of accompanying someone has evolved over time to encompass various contexts, from social events to musical performances.
See also: accompaniment, accompany, accompanying, unaccompanied.
Word Frequency Rank
This word ranks #1,983, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.
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