outgrown
word · lemma: outgrow
Definition
To become too big or mature for something, often used for clothes that don't fit anymore or interests and habits that are no longer suitable.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for children growing out of clothes ('outgrown my shoes'), but also applies to habits, friends, or stages of life ('outgrown cartoons'). More formal than slang, not for objects you never fit into. Usually used in the present perfect or past perfect.
Spanish: quedarse pequeño (ropa) - dejar atrás (por madurez)Portuguese (BR): deixar de caber (roupa) - superar (maduro)Portuguese (PT): deixar de servir (roupa) - ultrapassar (madurez)Chinese (Simplified): 穿不下（衣服）- 超越（兴趣、阶段）Chinese (Traditional): 穿不下（衣服）- 超越（興趣、階段）Hindi: छोटा पड़ जाना (कपड़े) - पार करना (रूचि/आदतें)Arabic: أصبح ضيّقًا (ملابس) - تجاوز (مرحلة أو عادة)
Example Sentences
She has outgrown her favorite dress.
basic
The baby quickly outgrew her crib.
basic
I have outgrown my old toys.
basic
He's outgrown his childish fears.
natural
I think we’ve outgrown this town and need a change.
natural
She’s outgrown her interest in comic books.
natural