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Cumulative

Definition

(formal) Increasing or growing by a series of additions, with each new amount being added to the total that already exists; often used to describe effects, evidence, or damage that build up over time.

Example Sentences

1The cumulative effect of sleep deprivation can seriously impair cognitive function.
2Has the cumulative impact of these minor policy changes been assessed by the committee?
3A single missed deadline does not seem significant, but the cumulative consequences can be severe.
4Consider the cumulative weight of evidence before reaching a definitive conclusion.
5There is a cumulative risk associated with prolonged exposure to even low levels of radiation.

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