deceleration
The word “deceleration” has 5 syllables: de-ce-ler-a-tion
It's pronounced as /dɪˌsɛləˈreɪʃən/
What is synonym and antonym for deceleration?
In the thesaurus, “deceleration” has 34 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for deceleration along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for deceleration
- arrest
- braking
- check
- collapse
- crash
- decline
- delay
- downshift
- downtrend
- downturn
- drop
- drop-off
- ebb
- fall
- falloff
- flagging
- freeze
- halt
- inactivity
- letup
- plunge
- remission
- retardation
- retreat
- slack
- slackening
- slow-up
- slowdown
- slump
- stagnation
- stoppage
- strike
- wane
- weakening
Antonyms for deceleration
- acceleration
- breakthrough
- hastening
- increase
- quickening
- rise
Meanings of deceleration
- noun
- The act or process of decelerating.
- The amount by which a speed or velocity decreases (and so a scalar quantity or a vector quantity).
Example Sentences
- The driver felt a sudden deceleration as the car braked sharply.
- The deceleration of the economy became evident after the new policies were implemented.
- The pilot experienced deceleration when the airplane began its descent.
- The deceleration of the car was smooth and gradual as it approached the red light.
- The deceleration rate was higher than expected due to the slick road conditions.
On this page you'll find 40 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deceleration, such as: acceleration, arrest, braking, breakthrough, check, collapse, crash.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
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