Definition

A record or description of events, a relationship with a business for transactions, or a summary of financial activities.

Example

She opened a new account at the bank to manage her savings.

Conversation

Have you checked your bank account lately?

Not recently, why? Is there something wrong?

I just got a notification about a transaction on my account that I didn't recognize.

Oh no! You should definitely look into that right away.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To regard or think of someone or something in a particular way.

Example

Many people account him as one of the greatest artists of our time.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I really account for my success to hard work and determination.

That's a great mindset! It's important to recognize what drives you.

Exactly! I think people often underestimate how much effort it takes.

Root Explanation

Account → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "computare" (meaning to count or calculate). The word "account" originally referred to the act of counting or calculating something, often in a financial context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'counting' ('computare') something 'to' ('ad-') keep track of it — that's why an account is a record of financial transactions.

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