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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Accumulate' in a Sentence

"To gradually gather or collect, often increasing over time; to heap up, as in accumulating wealth." more

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The volcanic eruption caused lava to accumulate, reshaping the landscape dramatically.
The river has been accumulating sediment over centuries.

Accumulate

uh-kyoo-myuh-leyt
verbTo gradually gather or collect, often increasing over time; to heap up, as in accumulating wealth.

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Last Updated On: May 13, 2024
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