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Accrued

Verb / ʌˈkru:d / Another word for accrued — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Accrued means to accumulate or grow over time, usually referring to money or interest.

Synonyms & similar words

accumulated accrue fall accumulate amass gather collect stockpile hoard store grow increase augment enlarge expand develop mature ripen progress proceed advance

Example sentences

  1. Interest on my savings account accrued over the years.
  2. The company accrued a substantial amount of debt.
  3. Her vacation time accrued with each pay period.
  4. The snow was accruing on the ground quickly.
  5. The benefits of exercise accrue over time.

Quotes

  • Success is not a destination, but the road that you're on. Being successful means that you're working hard and walking your walk every day. You can only live your dream by working hard towards it. That's living your dream. Accruing what you want in life.
  • The benefits of meditation accrue over time. It's not like an aspirin, where you take it and your headache goes away. It's more of a subtle thing. It's like building a savings account.
  • We can't afford to wait for Washington to act. We're going to keep building a movement around the country and pressure Congress to act until enough pressure accrues that they have to listen to the people.

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