1. to increase the speed or rate at which something expands, develops, or progresses
The company invested in new technology to accelerate growth in emerging markets.
A empresa investiu em novas tecnologias para acelerar o crescimento nos mercados emergentes.
2. to make economic, business, or population expansion happen faster than it would naturally
Government policies aim to accelerate growth during economic downturns.
As políticas governamentais visam acelerar o crescimento durante as recessões econômicas.