pursuant
UK: pəˈsjuːənt | US: pərˈsuːənt
adj. following or in accordance with (a law, rule, or request)
adv. in accordance with; as a result of
The word "pursuant" originates from the Old French "poursuir" (to follow or chase), derived from Latin "prosequi" (to pursue, follow). The suffix "-ant" is an Old French/Latin adjectival ending indicating "performing or being in a state of." Over time, "pursuant" evolved in legal and formal contexts to mean "in accordance with," reflecting the idea of following rules or directives logically.
The policy was implemented pursuant to the new regulations.
He acted pursuant to the judge's orders.
The funds were allocated pursuant to the agreement.
Pursuant to your request, we have enclosed the documents.
The committee made changes pursuant to public feedback.