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Meaning of accelerating
The primary meaning of "accelerating" is to increase the rate or speed of something.
Etymology of accelerating
The word "accelerating" comes from the Latin "accelerare," which means "to hasten" or "to quicken," derived from "ad-" (toward) and "celerare" (to hasten), and the suffix "-ating" which forms a present participle.
Synonyms
speeding up
quickening
hastening
expediting
advancing
fast tracking
stepping up
increasing
intensifying
amplifying
enhancing
boosting
energizing
revitalizing
stimulating
motivating
urging
prompting
prodding
spurring
goading
driving
propelling
thrusting
accelerating
picking up
gaining momentum
surging
soaring
rising
mounting
escalating
heightening
strengthening
energizing
Definitions
- Increasing the rate or speed of something
- * Becoming faster or more energetic
- * Causing something to happen or develop more quickly
Usage Examples
- The company is accelerating its production to meet the growing demand.
- * The athlete's training is accelerating her progress towards the championship.
- * The new policy is accelerating the transition to renewable energy sources.
Antonyms
slowing down
decreasing
reducing
diminishing
lessening
weakening
retarding
hindering
delaying
impeding
obstructing
blocking
stopping
halting
decelerating
braking
easing
relaxing
calming
soothing
tranquilizing