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accompanied

uh-KUHM-puh-need

Accompanied (adj) means having someone or something else present alongside; joined by a companion. Example: “Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult.”

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Having someone or something else present alongside; joined by a companion.
"Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult."
"The announcement was accompanied by a wave of public criticism."

How to Use Accompanied

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In plain EnglishWent together with, or happened at the same time as, something else.

Common pairings
accompanied by unaccompanied minor
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “accompanied” mean?

The word “accompanied” means having someone or something else present alongside; joined by a companion. In plain terms, went together with, or happened at the same time as, something else.

How do you pronounce “accompanied”?

“Accompanied” is pronounced uh-KUHM-puh-need (/əˈkʌmpəniːd/ in IPA).

How do you use “accompanied” in a sentence?

Here is “accompanied” used in a sentence: “Children under twelve must be accompanied by an adult.”

What part of speech is “accompanied”?

“Accompanied” is an adjective.

Is “accompanied” a common word?

“Accompanied” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between "accompanied by" and "accompanied with"?

"Accompanied by" is the standard choice, especially when a person or thing is joined by a companion, as in "the singer was accompanied by a pianist." "Accompanied with" is far less common and "accompanied by" is the safer choice in most writing.

What is the difference between "accompanied" and "unaccompanied"?

Accompanied means having someone or something present alongside, or joined by a companion. Unaccompanied is its opposite, describing someone who is alone, such as an "unaccompanied minor" travelling without an adult.

When is "accompanied" used in music?

In music, accompanied describes a main performer who is supported by another instrument or ensemble, as in "an accompanied solo." It reflects the general sense of being joined by something present alongside.

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