according as

conjunction

1

: in accord with the way in which

2

a

: depending on how

You'll receive according as you give.

b

: depending on whether : if

Word History

Etymology

Middle English accordynge "with respect to," derivative of acordyng "agreeing," from present participle of accorden "to accord entry 1"

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

according as

conjunction

ac·​cord·​ing as

ə-ˈkȯrd-iŋ-

1

: in accord with the way in which

2

: depending on how or whether