pursuant (C1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /pərˈsuːənt/
Definition
Following or in accordance with a law, treaty, order, or other rule.
Examples
All actions taken were pursuant to the court's order.
The investigation proceeded pursuant to established procedures.
He acted pursuant to his instructions from the board.
How to Use pursuant
- pursuant to (prepositional phrase)
- In accordance with or as a result of a law, rule, or order. — "The new policy was enacted pursuant to the government's directive."
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