growth

/ɡroʊθ/

Definitions

1. noun

the process of becoming or growing larger, more complex, or more developed.

“The company’s growth in revenue was impressive over the past year.”

2. noun

the act or process of producing or developing something.

“The growth of new ideas in the field of science was rapid and exciting.”

3. noun

a period of rapid development or increase.

“The growth of the economy led to a significant improvement in living standards.”

4. noun

the amount of increase or expansion.

“The growth in demand for the product was higher than expected.”

5. verb

to develop or increase in size, amount, or degree.

“The population of the city is expected to grow by 10% in the next year.”

6. verb

to produce or develop something.

“The company will grow a new product line in the next quarter.”

7. verb

to cause something to develop or increase.

“The new policy will grow the economy by creating more jobs.”

8. adjective

increasing or developing rapidly or abundantly.

“The growth-stage startup received significant investment funding.”

9. adverb

in a way that is increasing or developing rapidly or abundantly.

“The company grew rapidly, expanding its operations into new markets.”

Synonyms

  • development
  • expansion
  • increase
  • progress

Antonyms

  • decline
  • decrease
  • shrinkage