Meaning & use
accompany
To go along with someone as a companion, or to occur or exist together with something else.
See it in a sentence
Her older brother agreed to accompany her to the interview for support.
A loud crack of thunder accompanied the sudden flash of lightning.
A note on using this word
In music, 'accompany' specifically means to play an instrumental part that supports a singer or soloist.
Words with a similar meaning
escortattendcoincide with
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