thrive
Translation
to flourish, to prosper, to grow vigorously
Examples
Plants thrive in good soil.
Plants thrive in good soil.
The business is thriving.
The business is thriving.
Some people thrive on challenges.
Some people thrive on challenges.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) thrives to grow or develop well The business is thriving.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flourish, prosper; Antonyms: fail, decline
Etymology
From Old Norse 'þrifask' meaning 'to grasp for oneself', from 'þrif' meaning 'prosperity'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'three' and 'arrive'. When you have 'three' great things, you 'arrive' at success and 'thrive'.