Synonyms for

Accelerate

Verb / æˈkselɜ:ˌeɪt / Another word for accelerate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To increase in speed or rate

Synonyms & similar words

decelerate speed quicken speedup hurry quicken advance boost fasten expedite facilitate precipitate rush stimulate hasten press promote

Synonyms by register

Formal

expedite hasten quicken advance

Informal

speed up step up get a move on

Literary

quicken spur hasten

Antonyms

slow down decelerate curtail halt stop delay retard

Common collocations

  • accelerate growth
  • accelerate development
  • accelerate progress
  • accelerate the process
  • accelerate rapidly
  • accelerate quickly
  • accelerate production

Word family

noun acceleration
verb accelerate
adjective accelerated
adverb acceleratedly

Usage note

Often used in contexts of speed, progress, or development. Be mindful of using 'accelerate' when 'speed up' might be more appropriate in very informal settings.

Example sentences

  1. She had to accelerate to get to the finish line.
  2. The car started to accelerate as it went down the hill.
  3. The company decided to accelerate its expansion plans.
  4. He had to accelerate his studying to pass the test.
  5. The train began to accelerate as it left the station.

Quotes

  • The future is always over-predicted, but accelerations are real.
  • Accelerate your imagination and be creative!
  • If you want to accelerate your success rate, double your failure rate.

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