brought up
phrasal verb
Pronunciation: /brɔːt ʌp/
Definition
Raised or cared for during childhood by a parent, guardian, or other caregiver.
Examples
He was brought up by his grandparents after his parents moved abroad for work.
Many children brought up in bilingual households find it easier to learn a third language later.
The values she was brought up with continue to influence her decision-making today.
How to Use brought up
- brought up by (prepositional phrase)
- Indicating the person who raised the child. — "He was brought up by his aunt."
- brought up to be (collocation)
- Indicating the values or behaviors instilled in a child. — "She was brought up to be honest and hardworking."
Synonyms of brought up
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