accretion

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Accretion' is when something grows or increases with added parts or matter. It's like a snowball rolling down a hill, getting bigger as more snow sticks to it.

Examples in Different Contexts

In mergers and acquisitions, 'accretion' might refer to the increase in earnings per share. A CFO might assert, 'The merger will result in accretion to our shareholders' value within the next fiscal year.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The ongoing development process has yielded incredible results and augmented our software's functionality.

Response:

Our software has undergone significant accretion since we started the development process.

Aerospace

Scenario:

The conditions in the interstellar medium lead to complicated dynamics resulting in star formation.

Response:

Yes, the accretion of gas and dust results in new celestial bodies forming in the interstellar medium.