growth

/ɡroʊθ/

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Type

Noun

Meaning

  1. The process of increasing in physical size, maturity, or capacity.

    • Adequate nutrition is essential for healthy bone growth during early childhood.

    • The garden showed rapid growth after several days of steady rain.

  2. An increase in amount, value, or economic activity.

    • The company reported strong revenue growth during the final quarter of the year.

    • Are economists expecting any growth in consumer spending over the coming months?

  3. An abnormal mass or tumor developing on or inside the body.

    • The doctor performed a quick biopsy to ensure the growth was completely benign.

    • Did you notice that unusual growth on your shoulder before this week?

  4. A layer or cluster of plants, hair, or other material that has grown.

    • A dense growth of vines covered the entire north wall of the old cottage.

    • He arrived home with a rough growth of beard after two weeks in the woods.

Collocations

  • economic growth
  • job growth
  • population growth
  • growth rate
  • personal growth
  • stunt growth
  • promote growth
  • benign growth
  • cancerous growth
  • dense growth

Synonyms

  • development
  • expansion
  • increase
  • tumor
  • lump
  • vegetation

Antonyms

Idioms

  • growth mindset

    the belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work

    Teachers encourage students to adopt a growth mindset when tackling difficult math problems.

  • growth industry

    a sector of an economy expanding more rapidly than other sectors

    Renewable energy has become a major growth industry over the past decade.