Meaning of the word accelerate in English

What does accelerate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

accelerate

US /ekˈsel.ɚ.eɪt/

UK /əkˈsel.ə.reɪt/

begin to move more quickly

Example:

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The car began to accelerate as it entered the highway.

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The runner tried to accelerate in the final stretch of the race.

Synonym:

speed up quicken hasten expedite hurry

cause to happen sooner or more quickly

Example:

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The new policy aims to accelerate economic growth.

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Improved technology can accelerate the development of new medicines.

Synonym:

expedite hasten quicken speed up advance