B2 adjective 중립

accumulation

/əˌkjuː.mjəˈleɪ.ʃən/

The process of gradually gathering or increasing something over a period of time. It can also refer to the total amount or mass of something that has been collected.

예시

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1

I noticed a significant accumulation of dust on the bookshelves that haven't been touched in months.

I noticed a significant accumulation of dust on the bookshelves that haven't been touched in months.

2

The steady accumulation of capital is essential for the long-term sustainability of the pension fund.

The steady accumulation of capital is essential for the long-term sustainability of the pension fund.

3

With all that accumulation of old newspapers in his room, it's a wonder he can find anything.

With all that accumulation of old newspapers in his room, it's a wonder he can find anything.

어휘 가족

명사
accumulation
Verb
accumulate
부사
accumulatively
형용사
accumulative
관련
accumulator
💡

암기 팁

Think of 'cumulus' clouds. Just as water vapor accumulates to form a big, heaped-up cumulus cloud, an accumulation is a heap or buildup of something.

빠른 퀴즈

The ______ of snow on the mountain pass made it impossible for vehicles to cross.

정답!

정답은: accumulation

예시

1

I noticed a significant accumulation of dust on the bookshelves that haven't been touched in months.

everyday

I noticed a significant accumulation of dust on the bookshelves that haven't been touched in months.

2

The steady accumulation of capital is essential for the long-term sustainability of the pension fund.

formal

The steady accumulation of capital is essential for the long-term sustainability of the pension fund.

3

With all that accumulation of old newspapers in his room, it's a wonder he can find anything.

informal

With all that accumulation of old newspapers in his room, it's a wonder he can find anything.

4

The study focuses on the accumulation of microplastics in marine organisms across the Pacific Ocean.

academic

The study focuses on the accumulation of microplastics in marine organisms across the Pacific Ocean.

5

Our primary objective this quarter is the accumulation of market share in the emerging Asian markets.

business

Our primary objective this quarter is the accumulation of market share in the emerging Asian markets.

어휘 가족

명사
accumulation
Verb
accumulate
부사
accumulatively
형용사
accumulative
관련
accumulator

자주 쓰는 조합

capital accumulation capital accumulation
snow accumulation snow accumulation
wealth accumulation wealth accumulation
gradual accumulation gradual accumulation
massive accumulation massive accumulation

자주 쓰는 구문

accumulation of debt

accumulation of debt

accumulation of evidence

accumulation of evidence

accumulation of knowledge

accumulation of knowledge

자주 혼동되는 단어

accumulation vs collection

A collection is usually a deliberate, organized set of items, while an accumulation is often a passive or accidental buildup over time.

accumulation vs aggregation

Aggregation refers to the sum of parts brought together into a whole, whereas accumulation emphasizes the process of growing larger over time.

📝

사용 참고사항

Accumulation is commonly used to describe the buildup of both physical objects (like snow or junk) and abstract concepts (like wealth, power, or evidence). It often implies a slow, continuous process.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners sometimes use 'for' instead of 'of' after the word; remember it is always an 'accumulation of' something.

💡

암기 팁

Think of 'cumulus' clouds. Just as water vapor accumulates to form a big, heaped-up cumulus cloud, an accumulation is a heap or buildup of something.

📖

어원

Derived from the Latin 'accumulatio', from 'ad-' (to) + 'cumulare' (to heap up).

문법 패턴

Used as a countable or uncountable noun. Usually followed by the preposition 'of'. Often modified by adjectives like 'gradual', 'massive', or 'steady'.

빠른 퀴즈

The ______ of snow on the mountain pass made it impossible for vehicles to cross.

정답!

정답은: accumulation

관련 단어

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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