Synonyms for

Grow

Verb / grəʊ / Another word for grow — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to increase in size or quantity

Synonyms & similar words

produce mature raise develop rise arise originate farm maturate get turn acquire uprise springup thrive develop mature flourish blossom prosper enlarge swell multiply augment evolve progress rise extend escalate expand widen amplify stretch spread

Synonyms by register

Formal

develop expand increase cultivate

Informal

get bigger build up put on weight gain

Literary

flourish burgeon sprout

Antonyms

shrink wither diminish decrease decline stunt curtail

Common collocations

  • grow up
  • grow older
  • grow fast
  • grow rapidly
  • grow stronger
  • grow apart
  • grow accustomed
  • grow business

Word family

noun growth
verb grow
adjective growing
adverb growingly

Usage note

The verb 'grow' can refer to biological increase in size, development, or the process of becoming something else. It is a very common and versatile verb.

Example sentences

  1. My little brother is growing so fast!
  2. The farmer's crops are growing well this year.
  3. I need to water my flowers so they can grow.
  4. I want to grow up to be a doctor.
  5. If we don't take care of the planet, nothing will grow.

Quotes

  • The greatest oak was once a little nut who held its ground. - Anonymous
  • “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” - Chinese Proverb
  • “Gardening is the purest of human pleasures.” - Francis Bacon

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