acceleration (Meaning)
acceleration (n)
an increase in rate of change
the act of accelerating; increasing the speed
(physics) a rate of increase of velocity
acceleration (n.)
The act of accelerating, or the state of being accelerated; increase of motion or action; as, a falling body moves toward the earth with an acceleration of velocity; -- opposed to retardation.
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acceleration Sentence Examples
- The physics student conducted experiments to measure the acceleration of objects in free fall.
- The car's rapid acceleration from a standstill impressed everyone with its powerful engine.
- In the world of finance, the sudden acceleration of market trends can lead to significant changes in investment strategies.
- The roller coaster provided an exhilarating experience with its twists, turns, and sudden accelerations.
- During the race, the athlete demonstrated impressive acceleration, quickly pulling ahead of the competition.
- The driver felt a jolt as the car experienced sudden acceleration due to a malfunction.
- The company invested in research to improve the acceleration capabilities of its electric vehicles.
- Scientists are studying the acceleration of particles in particle accelerators to understand fundamental physics principles.
- The physics teacher explained the concept of acceleration as the rate of change of velocity over time.
- The space shuttle experienced intense acceleration during liftoff, propelling it into orbit around the Earth.
FAQs About the word acceleration
an increase in rate of change, the act of accelerating; increasing the speed, (physics) a rate of increase of velocityThe act of accelerating, or the state of b
speed,rate, velocity, pace, fleetness, clip, rapidness, gait, quickness, haste
slowness, reluctance, lethargy, lethargy, sluggishness, slowness, sluggishness, reluctance, deliberation, deliberation
The physics student conducted experiments to measure the acceleration of objects in free fall.
The car's rapid acceleration from a standstill impressed everyone with its powerful engine.
In the world of finance, the sudden acceleration of market trends can lead to significant changes in investment strategies.
The roller coaster provided an exhilarating experience with its twists, turns, and sudden accelerations.
