thriving

adjective

thriv·​ing ˈthrī-viŋ How to pronounce thriving (audio)
: characterized by success or prosperity
a thriving business
thrivingly adverb

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
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Independent Bookstores are vital to a healthy and thriving community. American Booksellers Association, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 Unlock the full potential of your amenities and shape a thriving, dynamic environment that delights tenants, residents and visitors alike. Mark Zettl, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024 This imbalance fuels debates on economic justice, the role of government, and long-term sustainability for a thriving middle class. Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 19 Sep. 2024 But the economic implications of a thriving hackathon culture extend beyond individual participants. Mostofa Shakib, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for thriving 

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of thriving was in 1604

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“Thriving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thriving. Accessed 2 Dec. 2024.

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