accelerated
Pronunciation: [əkˈsɛləˌreɪtɪd]
Word
Context: “speed”
(verb) to make something happen faster or to increase the rate of progress. Imagine you press the gas pedal in a car to go faster; that's accelerating.
Example
The teacher accelerated the lessons to cover more material before the exam.
Example
She did not accelerate her running pace and finished the race much slower than she wanted.
Example
How can I accelerate my learning in math?
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