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Antonyms for "grow"

Definitions:

1. Verb (intransitive): to decrease in size, quantity, or intensity
2. Verb (transitive): to diminish or weaken
3. Adjective: diminishing or shrinking in size
4. Noun: a process of shrinking or declining

Examples and Sample Sentences:

Verb (Intransitive)

• As winter approaches, the days shrink and the nights become longer. (Example)
• The plant population in the area decreases during prolonged droughts. (Example)

Verb (Transitive)

• He deliberately tried to weaken the company's reputation by spreading false rumors. (Example)
• The economic crisis diminished the value of their investments. (Example)

Adjective

• The diminishing sunlight indicated that evening was approaching. (Example)
• His shrinking income forced him to find a more affordable place to live. (Example)

Noun

• The company experienced a decline in sales due to increased competition. (Example)
• The city's population shrinkage was attributed to the lack of job opportunities. (Example)

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