accumulating (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈkjuːmjəleɪtɪŋ/

Definition

Gradually gathering or increasing in quantity, number, or intensity over a period of time.

Examples

• The dust has been accumulating on these shelves for months.

• She is accumulating evidence to support her theory.

• Debt can start accumulating rapidly if you only pay the minimum balance.

How to Use accumulating

accumulate [noun] (collocation)

to gather something — "He managed to accumulate a significant amount of wealth."

be accumulating (collocation)

to be in the process of gathering — "Evidence is currently accumulating against the suspect."

Synonyms of accumulating

Words with a similar meaning to accumulating:

• gathering
• collecting
• amassing
• accruing

Antonyms of accumulating

Words with the opposite meaning to accumulating:

• dispersing
• depleting

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