What does "accelerative" mean?

Relating to acceleration; adding to velocity; quickening.

How do you pronounce "accelerative"?

Pronounced //ɪkˈsɛl.əˌɹeɪt.ɪv//.

Common synonyms include: acceleratory, accelerating force, accelerating motion, acceleration test, acceleratory factor, fermi.

/ɪkˈsɛl.əˌɹeɪt.ɪv/ adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Adjective

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Relating to acceleration; adding to velocity; quickening.
"The accelerative powers of a diesel unit like this are such that allowances for delays must be less than those with steam power: [...]"

Adjective

"The accelerative powers of a diesel unit like this are such that allowances for delays must be less than those with steam power: [...]"

From accelerate + -ive.