accumulations

Definitions

The 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 heavy snow accumulations on the roof caused the structure to sag.

Geologists studied the mineral accumulations found within the deep cavern walls.

Over many years, the gradual accumulations of dust had covered the antique furniture in the attic.

Synonyms

collections aggregates heaps piles masses clusters stockpiles

Antonyms

dispersals distributions divisions separations dissipations reductions losses