accelerate

/æˈksɛlɚˌeɪt/C1Loopy word list, level 6 · Master

Definition

v. move faster
v. cause to move faster

Word forms

Past tense: accelerated
Past participle: accelerated
Present participle: accelerating
Third person singular: accelerates

Example sentences

v.
The car can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just six seconds.