accelerate — to happen or make something happen more quickly or at an earlier time
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to happen or make something happen more quickly or at an earlier time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ækˈseləreɪt/
Example Sentences
- My grandma learned to accelerate her smartphone skills faster than my little brother learned to tie his shoes.
- The company plans to accelerate its digital transformation this year.
- Coffee accelerates my ability to pretend I'm a morning person.
accelerate
VERB[/ækˈseləreɪt/]
to happen or make something happen more quickly or at an earlier time
The rocket’s sudden acceleration pushed the astronauts deep into their seats.
Scientists measured the acceleration of the train during the emergency test.
The train’s sudden acceleration sent vibrations through the cabin as it rushed toward its destination.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'accelerare', composed of the prefix 'ad-' (to) and 'celerare' (to hasten), which derives from 'celer' meaning swift or quick.
Breakdown
ad- (to) + celer (swift) + -ate (verb suffix) = accelerate
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📝Examples
“My grandma learned to accelerate her smartphone skills faster than my little brother learned to tie his shoes.”
“The company plans to accelerate its digital transformation this year.”
“Coffee accelerates my ability to pretend I'm a morning person.”
“The new policy will accelerate economic recovery.”
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