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Synonyms for Deceleration & Similar Words

Definition of deceleration

noun
  1. a decrease in rate of change; "the deceleration of the arms race"
  2. (physics) a rate of decrease in velocity
  3. the act of decelerating; decreasing the speed; "he initiated deceleration by braking"

2 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for deceleration?
Synonyms for deceleration include: retardation, slowing.
How many synonyms does deceleration have?
Deceleration has 2 synonyms.

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