accelerant

noun

ac·​cel·​er·​ant ik-ˈse-lə-rənt 

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: a substance used to accelerate a process (such as the spreading of a fire)

Examples of accelerant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Partnerships, as always, will be a definite accelerant but a high degree of critical capability should probably be insourced given the winds of change currently sweeping across the landscape of geopolitics. —Amir Husain, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025

Investigators used surveillance video to track Moss to a local deli where he was caught on camera purchasing a bottle of accelerant, fire officials said. —Shawn Inglima, New York Daily News, 11 June 2025

Ultimately, staying grounded, focusing on areas of true differentiation, integrating AI as a strategic accelerant, and honoring long-term commitments like Fisher House are how Beazer plans to emerge stronger. —Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025

The front door of the East Melbourne Synagogue was set alight with ban accelerant on July 11, and a suspect has been charged. —Rod McGuirk, Sun Sentinel, 15 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

acceler(ate) + -ant entry 1

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above