Basic Details
Word: Accumulate
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To gather or collect in large amounts over time.
Synonyms: Gather, amass, collect, build up
Antonyms: Disperse, scatter, dissipate, reduce
Idioms and Phrases
- Accumulate dust: To gather or become covered with dust by being unused for a long time. Example: "The old books on the shelf accumulated dust because no one read them anymore."
- Accumulate wisdom: To gain knowledge or experience over time. Example: "As she travelled and met new people, she began to accumulate wisdom that shaped her views."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Over the years, I began to accumulate a collection of stamps from all around the world.
Example 2: It is important to save money regularly so that you can accumulate enough for a holiday.
Example 3: If you leave the windows open, dust can accumulate quickly in the house.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "accumulate" comes from the Latin word "accumulare," which means "to heap up"? This shows how the concept of gathering is very old!
Famous Quote
"Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family." - Kofi Annan
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "accumulate" mean?
a) To spread out
b) To gather in large amounts
c) To lose something
d) To send away
Answer: b) To gather in large amounts
2. Which of these is a synonym of "accumulate"?
a) Disperse
b) Gather
c) Scatter
d) Reduce
Answer: b) Gather
3. Which is an antonym of "accumulate"?
a) Collect
b) Build up
c) Disperse
d) Amass
Answer: c) Disperse
4. Which sentence uses "accumulate" correctly?
a) She decided to accumulate her homework.
b) They hope to accumulate enough food for the winter.
c) He will accumulate from the store later.
d) He likes to accumulate with his friends every weekend.
Answer: b) They hope to accumulate enough food for the winter.
5. Which idiom means the same as "accumulate"?
a) Accumulate dust
b) Gather around
c) Go with the flow
d) Fall apart
Answer: a) Accumulate dust
