Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
outgrow
verb
/aʊtˈɡroʊ/
Definition
To grow larger than something; to surpass in growth or size.
Examples
- As children outgrow their clothes quickly, it’s important to buy them size-adjustable items.
- Many people outgrow old habits as they mature and gain new experiences.
Meaning
To develop beyond the limits of something, such as a stage of life or an object.
Synonyms
- Surpass
- Exceed
- Overgrow
