1. to move or cause to move faster; to increase in speed
2. to cause something to happen sooner or more quickly

Examples

• The car accelerated as it merged onto the highway.
• She pressed the gas pedal to accelerate up the hill.
• The new software will accelerate the data processing.
• Economic reforms helped accelerate the country’s growth.
• The medicine can accelerate the healing process.
• Training programs accelerate employee development.
• The rocket accelerated rapidly after launch.