Account For (Something)

Synonyms of account for (something)

• explain
• justify
• give reasons for

Antonyms of account for (something)

• ignore
• disregard
• overlook

Collocations of account for (something)

reason

Frequency: 70 %

He couldn't account for the reason behind his sudden disappearance.

mistake

Frequency: 65 %

She had to account for her mistake and apologize to her colleagues.

difference

Frequency: 60 %

The company's financial report failed to account for the difference in revenue.

outcome

Frequency: 50 %

The investigation will account for the outcome of the project.

loss

Frequency: 45 %

The accountant had to account for the loss in profits during the quarter.

Idiomatic Expressions for account for (something)

• Phrase: to give a good account of oneself
  Meaning: to perform well or satisfactorily in a particular situation
  Usage: Despite the pressure, she gave a good account of herself during the job interview.