grow

Meaning

to become larger or greater over a period of time; to develop

to increase in size, number, or strength over time

Example Sentences

Plants grow faster in spring.

Children grow very quickly in their early years.

Example Expressions

grow on someone

Synonyms

expand, increase, develop, flourish, rise, progress

Entry 1

expand, increase, develop, flourish

Entry 2

increase, expand, develop, rise, progress

Antonyms

shrink, decrease, decline, diminish

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shrink, decrease, decline, diminish

Entry 2

shrink, decline, decrease

Collocations

grow up, grow old, grow fast, steadily grow, continue to grow, grow rapidly, grow stronger, grow business

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grow up, grow old, grow fast, steadily grow, continue to grow

Entry 2

grow rapidly, grow up, grow stronger, grow business