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1 as shown by something or stated by someone : 
According to the police, his attackers beat him with a blunt instrument.There is now widespread support for these proposals, according to a recent public opinion poll. ! Do not say 'according to me' or 'according to my opinion/point of view'. Say in my opinion In my opinion his first book is much better.
According to the police, his attackers beat him with a blunt instrument.There is now widespread support for these proposals, according to a recent public opinion poll.2 in a way that depends on differences in situations or amounts : You will be paid according to the amount of work you do.
You will be paid according to the amount of work you do.3 in a way that agrees with a system or plan, or obeys a set of rules : The game will be played according to rules laid down for the 1992 Cup.
The game will be played according to rules laid down for the 1992 Cup.