accrue
The word “accrue” has 2 syllables: ac-crue
It's pronounced as /əˈkruː/
What is synonym and antonym for accrue?
In the thesaurus, “accrue” has 20 synonyms and 16 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for accrue along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for accrue
- accumulate
- amass
- boost
- build up
- collect
- elevate
- enhance
- enlarge
- enrich
- expand
- extend
- flow
- gain
- gather
- grow
- increase
- maximize
- mount
- pick up
- step up
Antonyms for accrue
- abate
- decrease
- diminish
- dip
- disperse
- dissipate
- distribute
- divide
- dwindle
- lessen
- lose
- reduce
- scatter
- spend
- taper
- taper off
Meanings of accrue
- noun
- Something that accrues; advantage accruing.
- verb
- To increase, to rise.
- To reach or come to by way of increase; to arise or spring up because of growth or result, especially as the produce of money lent.
- To be incurred as a result of the passage of time.
- To accumulate.
- To become an enforceable and permanent right.
Example Sentences
- Interest will accrue on the loan until it is fully paid off.
- The company began to accrue profits from its new product line.
- Benefits will accrue to the employees after one year of service.
- The damages may accrue if the situation is not addressed promptly.
- Over time, the savings will accrue into a substantial amount.
On this page you'll find 36 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to accrue, such as: abate, accumulate, amass, boost, build up, collect, decrease.
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