accelerative

English

Etymology

From accelerate +‎ -ive.

Pronunciation

  • (US) IPA(key): /ɪkˈsɛl.əˌɹeɪt.ɪv/, /ækˈsɛl.əˌɹeɪt.ɪv/
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Adjective

accelerative (comparative more accelerative, superlative most accelerative)

  1. Relating to acceleration; adding to velocity; quickening.
    • 1960 April, Cecil J. Allen, “Locomotive Running Past and Present”, in Trains Illustrated, pages 210–211:
      The accelerative powers of a diesel unit like this are such that allowances for delays must be less than those with steam power: [...]

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Italian

Adjective

accelerative

  1. feminine plural of accelerativo
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