growing

American  

[groh-ing] / ˈgroʊ ɪŋ /

adjective

1. becoming greater in quantity, size, extent, or intensity.

   growing discontent among industrial workers.

2. having or showing life.

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Other Word Forms

• growingly adverb
• ungrowing adjective

Etymology

Origin of growing

First recorded before 900; Middle English; Old English growende. See grow, -ing ²

Example Sentences

“The strategic value of the asset combined with a growing corporate appeal positions Gonneville well for eventual production,” analyst Ross Bennett says.

From The Wall Street Journal

In recent years, UC has touted the racial and ethnic mix of its enrolled students as a growing reflection of California demographics.

From Los Angeles Times

Now, there are growing signs that outside investors have moved in and dominated the market, with profound implications for the future.

From Los Angeles Times

The results add to growing evidence that staying physically active is an important part of cancer prevention.

From Science Daily

This comes while demand for the NHS and social care is growing with an ageing population.

From BBC

Related Words

• burgeoning
• developing
• expanding
• flourishing
• spreading
• thriving
• viable