buildup

Plural: buildups

Noun

• A gradual accumulation or increase, often in intensity.
• the act of building up an accumulation
  • "I envied his rapid buildup of assets"
  • "a military buildup in preparation for the invasion"
• the result of the process of accumulation
  • "the buildup of leaves blocked the drain pipes"
• highly favorable publicity and praise
  • "his letter of recommendation gave her a terrific buildup"
• An accumulation; an increase; a gradual development.
• The construction of a composite core to repair a damaged tooth.

Examples

• Snow buildup on roads makes for hazardous driving.
• The tension created a buildup of anticipation for his next Words With Friends move.
• There was a buildup of pressure in the boiler.

Antonyms

teardown

Related Words

buildout