accumulate

/ɐkjˈuːmjʊlˌe‍ɪt/

/əkˈjumjəˌɫeɪt/

to accumulate

MAIN VERB

to collect an increasing amount of something over time

synonyms : amass

get or gather together

synonyms : amass

Examples

1. He always flies with the same airline to accumulate loyalty points.

2. She often used credit cards for unnecessary shopping, which resulted in living beyond her means and accumulating debt.

3. During his career, he had the Midas touch with various investments and accumulated significant wealth.

4. No matter how much wealth or power we may accumulate in life, in the end, we all face the same fate.