acceleration
//əkˌsɛləˈreɪʃən//
Noun
accelerationSingular
accelerationsPlural
1
The rate of change of velocity of an object with respect to time.
The acceleration of the car increased as the driver pressed the gas pedal.
2
The act or process of increasing speed or rate of progress.
The acceleration of the car was impressive as it went from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5 seconds.
3
The capacity of a vehicle or machine to gain speed quickly.
This sports car has impressive acceleration.