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GROW

(verb)

Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Grow.

How to pronounce grow:

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Grow - as a verb

Pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become

Example: "The weather turned nasty"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
turn
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Increase in size by natural process

Example: "Corn doesn't grow here"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
develop
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to grow or develop

Example: "He grows vegetables in his backyard"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
developmake grow
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Develop and reach maturity; undergo maturation

Example: "He matured fast"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maturatemature
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
develop
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Come into existence; take on form or shape

Example: "A new religious movement originated in that country"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arisedeveloporiginaterisespring upuprise
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
become
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques

Example: "The bordeaux region produces great red wines"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
farmproduceraise
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cultivate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)

Example: "He grew a beard"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acquiredevelopgetproduce
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Grow emotionally or mature

Example: "The child developed beautifully in her new kindergarten"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
develop
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Become attached by or as if by the process of growth

Example: "The tree trunks had grown together"

Example Sentences

"Plants need sunlight to grow."
"She hopes to grow her own vegetables in the garden."
"The population of the city continues to grow."
"With hard work and dedication, you can grow your skills."
"The business is striving to grow its market share."
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Word Game Points

Is GROW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, grow is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GROW has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is GROW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, grow is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GROW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is GROW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, grow is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GROW has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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