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Accumulated A state of being overloaded with stuff to the point that it is impossible to take any more. ■ By the end of the day, John's car was completely accumulated with takeout containers and empty soda cans. He had to park in the street because he couldn't fit in his garage anymore.
accumulate To gather a large amount of something over time, usually in a negative way. ■ John's car accumulated so much dirt and debris that it became virtually unrecognizable as a car anymore.
Flossing The act of vigorously brushing one's teeth with floss to remove all the food particles that have accumulated in between them. ■ "I can't believe I forgot to floss yesterday and now my gums are so sore!
heap A large pile of things that has been accumulated over time, often in a haphazard or disorganized manner. ■ "I'm always losing my socks. They just seem to end up in a big heap on the floor."
piled A mountain of things that have been accumulated over time. ■ John's desk was so piled with books and papers, it looked like a small library.
seasoned having accumulated a great deal of experience or knowledge ■ The seasoned detective was able to solve the case in record time.
Snowbank A large pile of snow that has accumulated on the ground, typically as a result of blowing or drifting snow. ■ "I had to climb over this huge snowbank to get to my car."
Demerits A system of negative points or deductions that can be accumulated over time in order to penalize individuals for their actions. ■ John got a demerit for forgetting his homework, so he now has -20 points and is grounded for the rest of the week.
Funding The act of providing financial support for a project or organization. ■ When the government announced they were cutting funding for the arts, many artists were left without their usual sources of income. But fear not! They banded together and started crowdfunding their projects on Kickstarter instead. A type of financial aid that is provided by a government or other organization for the purpose of supporting education or research. ■ "Funding opportunities" are often advertised on academic job boards, but most researchers would agree that the real treasure lies in finding a generous grant., A type of investment where an individual or organization provides money to support a project or business with the expectation of receiving a share of the profits. ■ "Venture capital" is a popular form of funding for start-ups, but it often comes with high interest rates and strict repayment terms. But hey, if you're willing to take the risk, it could be worth it in the end!, The act of making a lot of money through a successful business or project. ■ "Funding" can also refer to the amount of wealth an individual has accumulated. It's no wonder that many people are searching for ways to increase their funding!
horrifying Something so frightening or disgusting as to be almost unbearable. ■ "I accidentally left my phone in a public bathroom and the horrifying thought of all the germs that had accumulated there made me want to wash my hands for an hour!