Outgrown: meaning, definitions and examples
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outgrown
[ aʊtˈɡroʊn ]
development growth
To outgrow something means to grow or change in a way that makes something no longer suitable or needed. This can refer to physical growth, such as when a child grows too large for their clothes, or emotional and intellectual growth, implying that one has moved beyond a previous state or phase.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He has outgrown his childhood clothes.
- She has outgrown her previous interests.
- Many children outgrow their fears as they mature.
Translations
Translations of the word "outgrown" in other languages:
🇵🇹 superado
🇮🇳 बड़े होना
🇩🇪 überwunden
🇮🇩 melebihi
🇺🇦 перерослий
🇵🇱 przerosły
🇯🇵 成長しすぎた
🇫🇷 dépassé
🇪🇸 superado
🇹🇷 aşmış
🇰🇷 성장한
🇸🇦 تجاوز
🇨🇿 přerostlý
🇸🇰 prerastený
🇨🇳 超越了
🇸🇮 prerasel
🇮🇸 vaxið úr
🇰🇿 асып кеткен
🇬🇪 გადაწვდილი
🇦🇿 aşmış
🇲🇽 superado
Etymology
The term 'outgrown' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'out-' and the verb 'grow'. The prefix 'out-' signifies surpassing or exceeding, while 'grow' has roots in Old English 'grōwan', which means to increase in size or maturity. The use of 'outgrow' dates back to the early 20th century, gaining traction as people started recognizing the natural progression of growth, especially in children. Over time, it has come to encapsulate not just physical growth but also emotional and psychological evolution. The concept emphasizes the notion of surpassing previous limitations or stages, making it relevant in various contexts, from childhood to adult life.