Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deaccelerate
verb
/ˌdiː.əˈsel.ə.reɪt/
Definition
To reduce speed or momentum.
Examples
- The driver had to deaccelerate as they approached the traffic light.
- To ensure safety, the pilot decided to deaccelerate during the landing process.
- When you deaccelerate a machine, it can help save energy.
Meaning
Deaccelerate refers to the action of slowing down or decreasing in speed. It is often used in the context of vehicles, processes, or any situation where something that is moving is brought to a slower pace.
Synonyms
- slow down
- decrease speed
- brake
- reduce momentum
