What does "grew on me" mean?

Vocabulary Word: grew on me

1. Definition (expr.) to gradually develop a positive opinion towards something

Examples “I used to hate mayonnaise. I thought it was the most

Examples disgusting thing I could possibly eat. But, after a few

Examples years it started to grow on me. Now I like to have

Examples a little bit on my sandwich.“

2. Definition (expr.) gained my favor slowly, became better over time, became more appealing over time

Examples I didn’t like the color of your car at first, but it grew on me. Now I think it’s really cool.

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