acescent

/ˈæk.rɛs.ənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

growing or developing, especially in size or strength

“The city’s population is increasingly acrescent, with new residents moving in every year.”

2. noun

a growing or developing part, especially of a plant or a system

“The doctor examined the patient’s acrescent tumor to determine its cause and potential impact on overall health.”

Synonyms

  • developing
  • growing
  • increasing

Antonyms

  • declining
  • shrinking