Accumulate is a verb meaning to gather or collect something gradually over time.
Key usages of accumulate:
1. To gather an increasing number or quantity of something
2. To grow or increase in amount or mass
3. In finance: to acquire an increasing amount of assets or investments
Example sentences:
- Dust had accumulated on the shelves while we were away.
- He has accumulated a large collection of rare books.
- The company has been accumulating wealth over the years.