accrescence

[ uh-kres-uhns ]

noun

1. continued or continuous growth.

Word History and Origins

Origin of accrescence¹

From the Medieval Latin word accrēscentia, dating back to 1640–50. See accrescent, -ence

Example Sentences

This accrescence of objectivity in a Ghost that yet retains all its ghostly attributes and fearful subjectivity, is truly wonderful.

From Project Gutenberg

This accrescence of objectivity in a Ghost that yet retains all its ghostly attributes and fearful subjectivity, is truly wonderful.

From Project Gutenberg