thrive

/θraiv/
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Definition
  1. Verb (intransitive):
    • To grow or develop well, vigorously, or successfully: To be in a state of healthy growth, prosperity, or increasing strength.
    • To prosper or flourish: To be very successful, especially financially or in terms of well-being.
Usage

The verb "thrive" describes a process of strong, healthy, and often rapid growth or success. It is commonly used for living organisms (plants, animals, people) and by extension for abstract entities like businesses, economies, or communities. It implies not just survival, but doing exceptionally well.

Examples
  • For living things:
    • With plenty of sunlight and water, the plants will thrive.
    • Some children thrive in a structured learning environment.
  • For businesses, ideas, or communities:
    • The tech startup began to thrive after securing new investment.
    • A democratic society cannot thrive without freedom of speech.
Advanced Usage
  • "thrive on": To grow stronger or be energized by something; to enjoy or benefit from a particular condition, often one that others might find challenging.
    • She seems to thrive on pressure and tight deadlines.
    • This species of cactus thrives on neglect and very little water.
Variants and Related Words
  • Thriving (adjective): Very successful, healthy, or growing strongly.
    • It's a thriving community with many new businesses.
  • Thriver (noun): (Less common) One who thrives.
Synonyms
  • Flourish: To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
  • Prosper: To be successful, especially financially.
  • Boom: To experience a period of rapid growth or prosperity.
  • Bloom: To mature or develop in a promising or healthy way.
Antonyms
  • Fail: To be unsuccessful.
  • Decline: To decrease in strength or quality.
  • Wither: To become dry and shriveled; to decline.
  • Languish: To fail to make progress or be successful.
Idioms and Common Phrases
  • "Thrive and prosper": A common paired phrase emphasizing both growth and success.
    • We wish your new venture will thrive and prosper.
Verb
  1. make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance
    • The new student is thriving
  2. grow vigorously
    • The deer population in this town is thriving
    • business is booming

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