decelerate (C1)
verb
Pronunciation: /diːˈseləreɪt/
Definition
Reduce the speed of a moving object or process.
Examples
The train began to decelerate as it approached the station platform.
Economic growth started to decelerate following the sudden increase in interest rates.
Pilots must decelerate the aircraft significantly before landing on the short runway.
How to Use decelerate
- decelerate to [speed] (prepositional phrase)
- slowing down until reaching a specific speed — "The cyclist had to decelerate to 10 mph to navigate the sharp turn."
- decelerate from [speed] (prepositional phrase)
- the act of slowing down starting from a higher speed — "The car decelerated from highway speeds to a complete stop."
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