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thriving
/ˈθraɪvɪŋ/
prospering or flourishing
The small business is thriving under new management.
The business is doing very well and growing successfully.
general
Growing or developing successfully; prospering
The garden is thriving with colorful flowers this season.
The garden is full of healthy, vibrant flowers.
She has a thriving career in technology.
She is very successful and growing in her tech career.
Often used to describe businesses, plants, or personal endeavors that are doing well.
Collocations
thriving businessa very successful businessthriving communitya community that is growing and prosperingthriving economyan economy that is strong and growing
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'thriving' to describe something that is growing and doing well, whether it's a business, a plant, or a personal endeavor.
Gold Rule
Positive Connotation
'Thriving' always has a positive meaning, so use it to describe success or growth.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'thriven,' past participle of 'thriven,' meaning to prosper or succeed. Related to Old English 'þrīfan,' meaning to thrive or prosper.
Usage Notes
Often used to describe positive growth in various contexts, such as businesses, plants, or personal achievements.
Word Breakdown
thrive
to grow or develop well
root-ing
present participle or adjective form
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