On somebody’s account Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Consideration Context Used when someone's feelings or needs are a priority in decision-making. We left early on Grandma's account; she gets tired quickly. Pro Tip 2/3Empathy Indicator Shows that actions are taken out of consideration for someone else. He declined the invitation on his friend's account, knowing he was unwell. Pro Tip 3/3Unnecessary Sacrifice Indicates that one shouldn't alter plans or actions just for them. Please don't change your routine on my account.