cumulative
[/ˈkjuːmjələtɪv/]
adjective
cumulativo
1. increasing or increased in quantity, degree, or force by successive additions
The cumulative effect of all these small changes has been significant.
O efeito cumulativo de todas essas pequenas mudanças foi significativo.
2. formed by or resulting from the combination of several things
The cumulative score was calculated by adding all the test results.
A pontuação cumulativa foi calculada somando todos os resultados dos testes.
3. relating to the accumulation of something over time
Cumulative stress can lead to serious health problems.
O estresse cumulativo pode levar a problemas de saúde graves.
The term 'cumulative' is widely used in Brazilian and American educational systems when discussing grades and test scores. In corporate environments, it's frequently used to describe financial results and performance metrics. The concept emphasizes how small, repeated actions or changes can result in significant overall effects over time.
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