grew

[/ɡruː/]

verb

cresceu

1. past tense of 'grow'; increased in size, number, or amount

The tree grew taller every year.

A árvore cresceu mais alta a cada ano.

2. developed or became larger gradually

Her business grew into a successful company.

Seu negócio cresceu e se tornou uma empresa bem-sucedida.

3. became or came to be

He grew tired of waiting.

Ele ficou cansado de esperar.

4. increased in intensity or strength

The crowd grew louder.

A multidão ficou mais barulhenta.

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Antonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

cresceu

standard usage

Rio de Janeiro

cresceu

standard usage, no regional variation

São Paulo

cresceu

standard usage, no regional variation

Portugal

cresceu

standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese

grew out of (originated from)

grew on me (became more likeable over time)

grew up (became an adult, developed)

grew apart (became less close)

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