noun
deceleration
Deceleration (noun) means the act of slowing down.
noun
1
The act of slowing down.
"The rocket is now in deceleration."
2
(physics) A measurement of how much something slows down, expressed as a negative acceleration.
"The brakes produce a deceleration of 10 metres per second."
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Etymology
Formed from de- and (ac)celeration.
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for deceleration
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of deceleration?
"deceleration" (noun) means the act of slowing down.
What is another word for deceleration?
Other words for "deceleration" include retardation, slowing.
What is the opposite of deceleration?
The opposite of "deceleration" is acceleration.
What are the different meanings of deceleration?
"deceleration" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of slowing down; 2. (physics) A measurement of how much something slows down, expressed as a negative acceleration.
