What are the definitions of “grow on”?
Learn how to use these expressions through these examples
- 1Like something that you didn't like at first.
The painting has GROWN ON me; I used to ate it.
- 2Have a greater influence or degree of acceptance.
The plans sounded strange at first, but they have GROWN ON me.
- 3Become gradually more evident.
A feeling of distrust of them GREW ON me.
What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “grow on”?
The most common meaning of the phrasal verb grow on is to start liking something or someone that you didn't like at first. It means that your feelings or opinions about something or someone change over time, and you begin to appreciate or enjoy it more.
What are the different verb forms of “grow on”?
| Root Verb | grow on |
| Third Person Singular Present | grows on |
| Present Participle | growing on |
| Simple Past | grew on |
| Past Participle | grown on |
Example
This song didn't impress me at first, but it has grown on me.
Example
The new coworker grows on everyone; they didn't like him initially.
Example
Her sense of humor is growing on me; I find her funnier now.
Example
The taste of coffee grew on me after I started working long hours.
Example
The new design has grown on me since I first saw it.
What kind of phrasal verb is “grow on”?
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a transitive and intransitive verb? - A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.) - An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)
Intransitive verb
“grow on” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.
Example
The new style of music grew on me over time.
Example
Her personality grew on me after we spent more time together.
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb? - A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle. - An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.
Inseparable
“grow on” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.
Example
The new style of music grew on me over time.
Example
Her personality grew on me after we spent more time together.
What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “grow on”?
Good things to know
Does “grow on” have an informal or formal tone?
Grow on is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is commonly used in everyday conversations and can also be used in more formal settings, depending on the specific context.
