“Grow” vs. “Grow Up”: What’s the Difference?
Jun 12, 2023
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The difference between “grow” and “grow up”
- "Grow up" often implies a maturation process toward adulthood, while "grow" can refer to any process of gradual development.
- "Grow" can also refer to plant growth, while "grow up" does not have this connotation and usually refers to humans.
- "Grow up" is usually used for living organisms, while "grow" can also apply to inanimate objects and concepts.
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What is the definition of “grow” and “grow up”?
Grow
- The process of physical development, such as an increase in size or maturity.
- Refers to the gradual progress and maturation of something over time.
- Can also refer to the production or cultivation of plants and crops.
Grow up
- The process of maturing both physically and mentally into an adult.
- Refers to the development of personal characteristics, such as maturity, responsibility, and independence.
- Can also refer to the time period from childhood to adulthood.
Which is the more popular variant on the Internet?
“Grow” is the more popular variant on the web.
More popular
Grow
1,940,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- The plants in my garden are beginning to grow taller.
- With her new job, she hopes to grow her savings account.
- It's important to grow and learn from our mistakes.
Grow up
117,000,000 results on the web
Examples
- When I grow up, I want to become a doctor.
- My parents always told me to eat my vegetables so I could grow up to be big and strong.
- I used to love playing with toys when I was younger, but I had to grow up and become responsible eventually.
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