Synonyms for

Accumulation

Verb / ʌˌkju:mjʌˈleɪʃʌn / Another word for accumulation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act or process of collecting or gathering something.

Synonyms & similar words

accretion accrual assemblage aggregation collection accruement collection pile heap store stockpile hoard amass agglomeration cluster mass conglomeration gather assemble compile accumulate stock deposit stash

Synonyms by register

Formal

amassment aggregation collection gathering

Informal

pile-up build-up hoard stockpile

Literary

gathering amassing heaping

Antonyms

depletion decrease reduction shortage scarcity diminution

Common collocations

  • accumulation of wealth
  • accumulation of data
  • accumulation of evidence
  • accumulation of dust
  • accumulation of capital
  • accumulation of knowledge
  • gradual accumulation

Word family

noun accumulation
verb accumulate
adjective accumulative
adverb accumulatively

Usage note

Refers to the gathering or increasing of something over time. Can be used for both tangible things like money or dust, and intangible things like knowledge or evidence.

Example sentences

  1. The accumulation of garbage in the park was causing a problem.
  2. She had an accumulation of pencils and pens on her desk.
  3. The accumulation of wealth is often a goal for many people.
  4. He was able to accumulate a large amount of money through hard work.
  5. The accumulation of debt can lead to financial problems.

Quotes

  • The accumulation of small acts of kindness can make a big difference in the world.
  • Success is the accumulation of small efforts repeated day in and day out.
  • Life is an accumulation of experiences, some good and some bad.

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