growing (B1)

verb/adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈɡroʊɪŋ/

Definition

Increasing in size, amount, or intensity.

Examples

• The company has been growing rapidly in recent years.

• There is a growing concern about the environmental impact of plastic waste.

• His interest in photography started growing when he received a camera for his birthday.

How to Use growing

grow up (phrasal verb)

To develop from a child into an adult. — "She wants to be a doctor when she grows up."

grow out of (phrasal verb)

To stop having a particular habit or interest because you are no longer young enough for it. — "He'll probably grow out of his fear of the dark."

grow into (phrasal verb)

To develop into something or someone better or more suitable. — "This small room will grow into a comfortable living area."

grow on (phrasal verb)

To become more likable or appealing to someone over time. — "I wasn't sure about the song at first, but it's starting to grow on me."

Synonyms of growing

Words with a similar meaning to growing:

• developing
• expanding
• increasing
• burgeoning

Antonyms of growing

Words with the opposite meaning to growing:

• shrinking
• declining
• diminishing

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