according to (someone/something)
(redirected from according to them)according to (someone/something)
1. As stated by another individual or source. According to the almanac, we're going to have a very hot summer this year. That restaurant is excellent, according to Tom.
2. Proportionate to something. Nate gets paid time and a half according to how many hours of overtime he works.
See also: accord
according to someone or something
as said or indicated by someone or something. According to the weather forecast, this should be a beautiful day.
See also: accord
according to something
in proportion to something. You will get paid according to the number of hours that you work.
See also: accord