What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
incrementer
Example
The incrementer function adds 1 to the variable each time it is called. [incrementer: noun]
Example
We need to increment the counter by 5 after each loop iteration. [increment: verb]
accumulator
Example
The accumulator variable stores the total sum of all the values in the array. [accumulator: noun]
Example
We need to accumulate the total sales for the month to calculate our revenue. [accumulate: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Incrementer and accumulator are both technical terms used in programming and may not be commonly used in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between incrementer and accumulator?
Both incrementer and accumulator are formal terms used in technical contexts, such as programming and mathematics.
