Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for accelerator. Search instead for acrokeratosis.
Definitions

accelerator

[ak-sel-uh-rey-ter] / ækˈsɛl əˌreɪ tər /
NOUN
machine for giving charged particles high velocity
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In 2024, nearly 4,000 vehicles were recalled for a faulty accelerator pedal that could become dislodged and stuck.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

At the facility, a synchrotron particle accelerator generated an intense X ray beam capable of scanning many specimens quickly.

From Science Daily • Mar. 10, 2026

Competitors SK Hynix and Samsung are reportedly sole HBM4 suppliers for Nvidia’s new accelerator, raising questions for Micron.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

At a sentencing hearing on Friday, Judge Philip Katz KC told the Old Bailey Jackson had not driven an electric vehicle before and had pressed the accelerator believing it was the brake.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

I hadn’t noticed that Kara’s foot was still firmly on the accelerator.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson