Amass

/əˈmæs/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to gather together or accumulate a large quantity of something over a period of time.

Over the years, he managed to amass a considerable fortune.

to collect or store up a large amount of information or resources.

The scientist has amassed a wealth of data through her extensive research.

to come together in a group.

The rally attracted thousands of supporters who came to amass in front of the city hall.

Middle English 'amassen', from Old French 'amasser', from 'a-' (to) + 'mass' (a mass).

amass wealth

to accumulate a significant amount of money and assets

amass knowledge

to gather a wide range of information and understanding

amass evidence

to collect substantial proof to support a claim or argument

accumulation

the process of gathering or acquiring something over time

aggregate

a whole formed by combining several elements

collection

a group of items gathered together

to stack up

He's been stacking up those rewards points.

to pile on

They've really piled on the bonuses this month.