Simple meaning
What does Grow mean?
Grow means to get bigger or develop over time.
Dictionary definition
To become bigger, older, or more developed.
Example sentences
Grow in a sentence
easy
Plants grow when they get water and sunlight.
medium
You grow stronger when you practice safely.
hard
A good idea can grow into a helpful project.
Synonyms
Words like Grow
Antonyms
Opposite words
shrinkUse when something becomes smaller.
decreaseUse when something becomes less.
Word family
Grow word family
Base word
grow
verb
grows
Grows now or often.
verb
grew
Grew in the past.
verb
growing
Getting bigger or developing now.
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What does grow mean?
Grow means to become bigger or more developed.
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