DECELERATE
(verb)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Decelerate.
Decelerate - as a verb
Lose velocity; move more slowly
Example: "The car decelerated"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slow7slow downslow upHypernyms (Closely Related)
decrease11diminish14fall7lessen6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
accelerate14Reduce the speed of
Example: "He slowed down the car"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
slow downHypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
accelerate14Example Sentences
"The driver had to decelerate quickly to avoid hitting the pedestrian."
"The airplane began to decelerate as it approached the runway."
"The car's brakes were worn out, causing it to decelerate slowly."
"To ensure safety, the roller coaster decelerated as it approached the end of the ride."
"The cyclist used the brakes to decelerate while going downhill."
Word Game Points
Is DECELERATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, decelerate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DECELERATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is DECELERATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, decelerate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDECELERATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is DECELERATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, decelerate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDECELERATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
