English Synonym Finder

accumulation

Definitions

The act or process of gathering or increasing in amount or quantity over time.

A mass or quantity of something that has gradually gathered or been collected.

Examples

The accumulation of snow on the roof caused it to collapse under the weight.

Regular exercise leads to the gradual accumulation of muscle mass over time.

The scientist studied the accumulation of dust particles in the laboratory air filters.

Synonyms

collection amassing accrual hoard aggregation pile buildup

Antonyms

dispersion distribution dissipation reduction separation depletion scattering