accelerative

From accelerate + -ive.

• (US) IPA^(key): /ɪkˈsɛl.əˌɹeɪt.ɪv/, /ækˈsɛl.əˌɹeɪt.ɪv/

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accelerative (comparative more accelerative, superlative most accelerative)

1. Relating to acceleration; adding to velocity; quickening.
   • 1960 April, Cecil J. Allen, “Locomotive Running Past and Present”, in Trains Illustrated, pages 210–211:

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

accelerative

1. feminine plural of accelerativo