accumulation
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
3 / 5I 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.
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.
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
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
I noticed a significant accumulation of dust on the bookshelves that haven't been touched in months.
everydayI noticed a significant accumulation of dust on the bookshelves that haven't been touched in months.
The steady accumulation of capital is essential for the long-term sustainability of the pension fund.
formalThe steady accumulation of capital is essential for the long-term sustainability of the pension fund.
With all that accumulation of old newspapers in his room, it's a wonder he can find anything.
informalWith all that accumulation of old newspapers in his room, it's a wonder he can find anything.
The study focuses on the accumulation of microplastics in marine organisms across the Pacific Ocean.
academicThe study focuses on the accumulation of microplastics in marine organisms across the Pacific Ocean.
Our primary objective this quarter is the accumulation of market share in the emerging Asian markets.
businessOur primary objective this quarter is the accumulation of market share in the emerging Asian markets.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
accumulation of debt
accumulation of debt
accumulation of evidence
accumulation of evidence
accumulation of knowledge
accumulation of knowledge
자주 혼동되는 단어
A collection is usually a deliberate, organized set of items, while an accumulation is often a passive or accidental buildup over time.
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
빠른 퀴즈
The ______ of snow on the mountain pass made it impossible for vehicles to cross.
정답!
정답은: accumulation
관련 어휘
관련 단어
complement
A2A 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
A2Describes 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
A2To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.
confer
A2To 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
A2To 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
A2Following 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
A2Consistency 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
B1Describing 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
B1Describes 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
B1Describing 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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