thrive
thrive
verb \ˈthrīv\thrived or throve\ˈthrōv\thrived also thriv·en\ˈthri-vən\thriv·ing\ˈthrī-viŋ\
Definition of THRIVE
intransitive verb
1
: to grow vigorously : flourish
2
: to gain in wealth or possessions : prosper
3
: to progress toward or realize a goal despite or because of circumstances —often used with on <thrives on conflict>
— thriv·er \ˈthrī-vər\ noun
Examples of THRIVE
- <these plants thrive with relatively little sunlight>
- <going to a school for gifted students will help him thrive as a musical prodigy>
Origin of THRIVE
Middle English, from Old Norse thrīfask, probably reflexive of thrīfa to grasp
First Known Use: 13th century
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