Accelerating Meaning and Definition
Accelerating
Pronunciation
/ækˈsɛltrɪŋ/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
The act of increasing speed or momentum; a rapid increase in speed or intensity.
Examples
- The car’s acceleration down the highway was impressive.
- The team’s accelerating offense put them ahead in the game.
Synonyms
- Speeding up
- Gaining momentum
Antonyms
- Slowing down
- Losing momentum
Etymology
The word “Accelerating” comes from the Latin “accelerare”, meaning “to speed up” or “to enhance”.
Usage Notes
The word “Accelerating” is often used in the context of physics, engineering, and sports to describe the process of increasing speed or momentum.
Cultural References
Accelerating appears in the popular science fiction TV series “Star Trek” as a term used to describe the ship’s propulsion system.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- Accelerate the process
- Accelerate your learning
Related Words or Phrases
- Speed
- Momentum
- Velocity
Collocations
- Accelerating forward
- Accelerating rapidly
- Accelerating quickly
Frequency of Use
The word “Accelerating” is commonly used in modern English, particularly in technical and scientific contexts.
Common Misspellings
- Accellerating
- Acclerating