This is the 233rd most frequent Lithuanian word.
anot
"According to" or "in the opinion of."
Here, "anot" introduces information sourced from a scientific study, functioning similarly as 'according to' in English, referring to someone's work or research.
Anot mokslinio tyrimo, ši medžiaga yra labai atspari.
According to a scientific study, this material is very durable.
In this usage, "anot" attributes the statement to a press release, again emphasizing the source of the information.
Visi buvo sujaudinti, anot pranešimo spaudai, nes buvo pasiektas susitarimas.
Everyone was thrilled, according to the press release, because an agreement was reached.
In this sentence, "anot" is used to attribute a statement to a person, indicating that the following information represents Lukas' opinion.