THRIVE Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

thrive

verb

ˈthrīv

Definition of thrive next

as in to flourish

to grow vigorously these plants thrive with relatively little sunlight

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as in to succeed

to reach a desired level of accomplishment going to a school for gifted students will help him thrive as a musical prodigy

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Recent Examples of thrive The fungus thriving there signals something about what happens when land gets consistent, low-intensity stewardship rather than intensive agricultural use. —

Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2026 The depth as well as breadth of Europe’s industrial sectors provide not only data and know-how, but also the necessary market conditions for innovation to thrive. —

François Candelon, Fortune, 13 Mar. 2026 There are mentions of a thriving artistic and theater tradition. —

Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 13 Mar. 2026 And then thrived with specific, painful confessionals. —

Ramon Ramirez, Austin American Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for thrive

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But the fact that employees still showed up, including without pay during last year’s federal government shutdown, demonstrates their commitment to keeping the beloved parks flourishing.

— Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
After more than 30 years, Wimberley Glassworks still flourishes and its gallery is bursting with color—plates in kaleidoscopic shades, delicate pieces glowing brightly on tables, sculptures fanning out in rainbows over the walls, as if outraged by the white paint.

— Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026