accelerative

adj

accelerative

adj

US /ɪkˈsɛl.əˌɹeɪt.ɪv/

Etymology From accelerate + -ive.

1

Relating to acceleration; adding to velocity; quickening.

  • The accelerative powers of a diesel unit like this are such that allowances for delays must be less than those with steam power: [...]1960 April, Cecil J. Allen, “Locomotive Running Past and Present”, in Trains Illustrated, pages 210–211:
Derived terms
acceleratively

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