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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

accelerants

/ækˈsɛlərəntz/ noun · British & US
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What does accelerants mean?

noun

Substances that increase the rate of a chemical reaction, often used to describe accelerants in the context of arson or other fires.

Example

"The investigators found accelerants at the scene of the fire, suggesting that it was intentionally set."

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