Synonyms for

Accelerates

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

Definition

To cause to move faster or happen sooner

Synonyms & similar words

speed speedup decelerate accelerate quicken hastens quickens expedites hurries facilitates rushes advances pushes fast-tracks precipitates spurs hastes prompts stimulates whisks propels catapults hurls launches

Example sentences

  1. The roller coaster accelerates as it goes down the hill.
  2. The teacher accelerates the pace of the lesson when the students are catching on quickly.
  3. The company accelerates the production of the popular product to meet the high demand.
  4. The athlete accelerates as she approaches the finish line.
  5. The new software accelerates the computer's performance.

Quotes

  • The best way to accelerate a Macintosh is at 9.8 meters per second per second. - Marcus Dolengo
  • Time and tide wait for no man, but time always stands still for a woman of thirty. - Robert Frost
  • The future is already here – it's just not evenly distributed. - William Gibson

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