Thrive
verb
/θraɪv/
To grow strong and healthy or to do very well at something. For example, plants thrive when they get enough sunlight and water, and kids thrive when they learn and play!
Examples
- The flowers in the garden thrive when they get enough sunshine and water.
- My puppy can thrive when I take him for walks and play with him.
- In school, I can thrive if I listen to my teacher and do my homework.
Synonyms
grow
flourish
prosper
succeed
do well
bloom
Antonyms
struggle
fail
wither
decline
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