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decelerate

verb

/dɪˈsɛləˌreɪt/

Meaning

to reduce speed; to slow down

The car began to decelerate as it approached the traffic light.

slow down, reduce speed, brake, retard, ease off

accelerate, speed up, hasten

decelerate gradually, decelerate quickly, forced to decelerate, decelerate smoothly

To make great efforts to achieve or obtain something.

to pour liquid over; to extinguish a fire or light

To drive, push, or cause to move in a particular direction, typically forward.

to revive someone from unconsciousness or apparent death

to observe an occasion with festivities or respect

To keep happening, existing, or doing something without stopping.