accretion (Meaning)
accretion (n)
an increase by natural growth or addition
something contributing to growth or increase
(astronomy) the formation of a celestial object by the effect of gravity pulling together surrounding objects and gases
(biology) growth by addition as by the adhesion of parts or particles
(geology) an increase in land resulting from alluvial deposits or waterborne sediment
(law) an increase in a beneficiary's share in an estate (as when a co-beneficiary dies or fails to meet some condition or rejects the inheritance)
accretion (n.)
The act of increasing by natural growth; esp. the increase of organic bodies by the internal accession of parts; organic growth.
The act of increasing, or the matter added, by an accession of parts externally; an extraneous addition; as, an accretion of earth.
Concretion; coherence of separate particles; as, the accretion of particles so as to form a solid mass.
A growing together of parts naturally separate, as of the fingers toes.
The adhering of property to something else, by which the owner of one thing becomes possessed of a right to another; generally, gain of land by the washing up of sand or sail from the sea or a river, or by a gradual recession of the water from the usual watermark.
Gain to an heir or legatee, failure of a coheir to the same succession, or a co-legatee of the same thing, to take his share.
Synonyms & Antonyms of accretion
Synonyms:
- totality
- agglomeration
- inventory
- mélange
- agglomerate
- conglomeration
- mass
- litter
- hotchpotch
- hodgepodge
- sum
- congeries
- nest egg
- conglomerate
- motley
- stockpile
- reserve
- clutter
- backlog
- aggregation
- potpourri
- cache
- hoard
- fund
- hash
- aggregate
- supply
- medley
- mishmash
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
accretion Sentence Examples
- The gradual accretion of sand along the shoreline created a picturesque beachscape.
- The company's success was marked by the steady accretion of new clients and increased revenue.
- Scientific studies indicate that the accretion of space debris poses a growing threat to satellites and space missions.
- The formation of stalactites in caves is a result of the slow accretion of minerals from dripping water.
- The accretion of knowledge in the field of medicine has led to significant advancements in healthcare.
- The artist's portfolio demonstrated an accretion of skills and artistic depth over the years.
- The committee observed the accretion of ideas during the brainstorming session, leading to a comprehensive plan.
- Economic growth in the region was attributed to the continuous accretion of new industries and businesses.
- Over time, the accretion of experience and expertise made the team more efficient and capable.
- The accretion of responsibilities in her role reflected the trust and confidence the organization had in her abilities.
FAQs About the word accretion
an increase by natural growth or addition, something contributing to growth or increase, (astronomy) the formation of a celestial object by the effect of gravit
collection,accumulation, mixture, lodgment, jumble, cumulus, pileup, pile, assortment,assemblage
decrement, diminution, decrease, abatement, depletion, shrinkage, loss, lowering, fall, decrement
The gradual accretion of sand along the shoreline created a picturesque beachscape.
The company's success was marked by the steady accretion of new clients and increased revenue.
Scientific studies indicate that the accretion of space debris poses a growing threat to satellites and space missions.
The formation of stalactites in caves is a result of the slow accretion of minerals from dripping water.
