Synonyms of thrive

thrive

verb

ˈthrīv 

1

as in to flourish

to grow vigorously

these plants thrive with relatively little sunlight

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flourish
• prosper
• bloom
• flower
• produce
• proliferate
• sprout
• propagate
• shoot up
• root
• burgeon
• germinate
• overgrow
• fruit
• luxuriate
• seed
• regenerate

2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flourish
• succeed
• arrive
• prosper
• excel
• make it
• get there
• get ahead
• cut it
• win
• get somewhere
• hack it
• make good
• make the grade
• hit it big
• prevail
• cut the mustard
• make one's mark
• come into one's own
• triumph

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fail
• struggle
• flounder

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of thrive

The ornamental herb thrives in USDA Zones 4 to 8 and can flower continuously throughout summer, while fending off deer and attracting pollinators. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 4 Nov. 2026

Our goal ultimately was to thrive, and that is exactly and precisely where our focus now lies. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 4 Nov. 2026

Brussels sprouts thrive in cool weather, require 80–100+ days to mature, and need early planting to avoid undersized sprouts. — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2026

Similarly, pothos thrive in bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate a variety of conditions. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 2 Nov. 2026