In accord meanss agreeing with someone or something. I am in complete accord with you about the policy changes.

In accordance with mean in agreement with something; in conformity with something. In accordance with our discussion, I have prepared a contract

its very difficult to explain the difference but In accord means you agree with something and in accordance means because of an agreement of something, something else happened

he was late so in accordance to the rules he should be suspended. I hope this helps a little it's hard to explain but good question

Hi Ray,

Thanks a lot. So you mean " In accord with" means agree with sonemone or something & "In accordance with" means to meet something ?

In accordance with -

This phrase is normally related to technical subjects. It means that an action is compliant with or resulting because of existing rules, laws, or expectations.

In accordance with the new school policy on cheating, students could not use cell phones during the test.

All personnel must wear a silly hat or colorful socks three times a week in accordance with Article 1 Section 8 of the Clown Constitution.

In accord with -

This phrase has a similar meaning to "in accordance with," however, it is often less technical and precise. It is a bit more "human." It is used to express agreement, harmony, or unity with other people or principles.

We should learn to protect the environment and live in accord with nature.

The children became sad when their parents were not in accord with one another.

Sometimes both phrases are synonymous and mean the exact same thing.