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thrive

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /θraɪv/

Forms: thrives, thriving, thrived

thrive means: To grow strongly and stay healthy, or develop well in good conditions.

verb

GROW WELLB2

To grow strongly and stay healthy, or develop well in good conditions.

  • The plants thrive in this soil.
  • Her baby has thrived since coming home.
  • These animals thrive when they have space to move.

How to use it: thrive in something (These flowers thrive in warm weather.); thrive on something (The children thrive on regular attention.)

Similar words: flourish

Opposites: wither, decline

Common phrases: thrive in something, thrive on something, plants thrive

BE SUCCESSFULB2

To become more successful or wealthy.

  • His business began to thrive.
  • Local shops thrived during the festival.
  • Can a small company thrive in such a crowded market?

How to use it: thrive in something (Small businesses can thrive in this market.); thrive on something (Her company thrives on competition.)

Similar words: prosper, flourish

Opposites: fail, decline

Common phrases: businesses thrive, thrive in something, thrive on competition

Questions about thrive

What does thrive mean?

To grow strongly and stay healthy, or develop well in good conditions.

What is thrive in other languages?

Türkçe: serpilmek · Español: crecer · Français: s’épanouir · Deutsch: gedeihen · Italiano: crescere rigogliosamente · 日本語: すくすく育つ

How do you pronounce thrive?

It is pronounced /θraɪv/.

How do you use thrive in a sentence?

The plants thrive in this soil. Her baby has thrived since coming home.

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