deceleration

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of slowing down a moving vehicle, object, or process.

  - "The driver applied the brakes to decelerate before the sharp turn."
  - "The deceleration of a roller coaster before the loop is crucial for safety."
  - "The deceleration of economic growth can lead to increased unemployment."

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Antonyms

acceleration

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Variants

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decelerate , decelerated , decelerates , decelerating , deceleration , decelerations , decelerator , decelerators

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'decelerare', meaning to slow down.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'deceleration' is commonly used in aviation, space travel, and motorsports.

2. The deceleration of a falling object is described by the equation g = v^2 / s, where g is the acceleration due to gravity, v is the velocity, and s is the distance.

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Related Concepts

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1. Acceleration: The opposite of deceleration, referring to the increase of velocity or speed.

2. Braking system: A mechanical system used to decelerate or stop a vehicle.

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Culture

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Deceleration is a concept frequently used in physics and engineering, particularly in the context of vehicle safety and transportation systems.

How to Memorize "deceleration"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a car slowing down as it approaches a red light or a stop sign.

2. associate
   

   - Associate deceleration with the concept of slowing down or reducing speed.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'DECEL' to remember the meaning: Decrease, Engage, Coast, Lower.

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