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Meaning of growth
The primary meaning of the word "growth" refers to the process of increasing in size, amount, or degree.
Etymology of growth
The word "growth" originates from Old English "growan" and Old Norse "groa", which are related to the Proto-Germanic "grōan" and Proto-Indo-European "ghre-", all of which carry the sense of growing or increasing.
Historically, the word has been used to describe the process of biological development, as well as economic, social, and cultural expansion.
Synonyms
development
expansion
increase
improvement
progress
advancement
augmentation
enhancement
proliferation
flourishing
thriving
blossoming
maturation
evolution
transformation
enlargement
amplification
ascension
elevation
escalation
intensification
magnification
multiplication
acceleration
quickening
surge
spurt
boom
upswing
upturn
resurgence
revival
regeneration
rejuvenation
renovation
restoration
Definitions
- The process of increasing in size, amount, or degree
- * The state of being enlarged or increased
- * The development of something, especially a living thing, from a simpler to a more complex or mature state
Usage Examples
- The company experienced significant growth in the last quarter, with profits increasing by 20%.
- * The city's growth has led to an increase in housing prices and traffic congestion.
- * The plant's growth was stunted due to lack of water and nutrients.
Antonyms
decline
decrease
reduction
contraction
shrinkage
diminution
downturn
slump
recession
stagnation
regression
deterioration
degeneration
atrophy
wane
ebb
fade
dwindle
abate
lessen
drop
fall
slump
collapse