cumulative

/ˈkjuːmjʊlətɪv/adjective

Building up gradually, with each new amount added to everything that came before.

Example sentences

“Small daily savings have a cumulative effect over the years.”
“Your cumulative grade includes every test and homework assignment this year.”

Pairs naturally with 'effect': small doses, savings, or errors have a cumulative effect. The related verb is 'accumulate'.

Synonyms for cumulative

accumulated
increasing
growing
aggregate

Related words

cunningClever at getting what you want, often by tricking people in a sneaky way.cumbersomeHeavy, awkward, or troublesome to deal with or carry.cupboardA piece of furniture or a closet fitted with shelves, used mainly for keeping dishes, food, or other household items.cultivateTo prepare land and raise plants, especially crops, on it.curiosityThe desire to find out about things by asking questions, exploring, or investigating.culminateTo end with or reach a final, most important point after a long process.