verb
- to gather or collect gradually over time
- to increase in quantity or number over time
Examples
- Snow began to accumulate on the sidewalks overnight.
- She accumulated a large collection of vintage books over the years.
- Dust tends to accumulate under the bed if you don’t clean regularly.
- The company accumulated significant debt during the recession.
- Interest will accumulate on your savings account monthly.
- Evidence continued to accumulate against the suspect.
- Leaves accumulate in the gutters every fall.