thriving

adjective

thriv·​ing ˈthrī-viŋ 

: characterized by success or prosperity

a thriving business

thrivingly

ˈthrī-viŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• successful
• prosperous

Examples of thriving in a Sentence

our new landscaping business is thriving

the once thriving downtown has fallen into steep decline since the new mall was built

Recent Examples on the Web

Leaders who invest in the holistic health of their workforce can foster resilience, drive performance and cultivate a thriving organizational culture. —Loubna Noureddin, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025

What makes this destination particularly exciting to visit is the chance to explore its thriving arts scene. —Essence, 18 June 2025

And while a thriving creative scene might not be directly linked to a country’s GDP or military might, a focus on design can contribute to a high quality of life. —Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2025

Communities around the world have successfully transformed vacant lots into thriving natural areas, turning once eyesores into vibrant green spaces. —Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 16 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for thriving

• diving
• driving
• striving
• arriving
• conniving
• contriving
• depriving
• deriving
• reviving
• surviving