Definition

This word describes something that has been gathered or built up over time, often referring to money or benefits that have been earned but not yet received.

Example

The accrued interest on the savings account increased significantly over the year.

Conversation

Have you checked your savings lately?

Not really, why?

I think you might be surprised by how much interest you've accrued.

That sounds promising! I should take a look soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To have accumulated or gathered something over time, often referring to money or benefits that increase gradually.

Example

The interest on the savings account has accrued over the years.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you checked how much vacation time you've accrued this year?

Not yet, but I think I have quite a bit saved up.

That's awesome! I wish I had accrued more myself.

Root Explanation

Accrued is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "crescere" (meaning to grow). The word describes something that has grown or accumulated over time, particularly in terms of interest or benefits.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has 'grown' ('crescere') 'to' you ('ad-') over time, like interest that accumulates.

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