Meaning & use

accompany

verb·Academic

To go along with someone as a companion, or to occur or exist together with something else.

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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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