thriving
word · lemma: thrive
Definition
Doing very well, growing, or developing successfully, often used for people, businesses, plants, or places that are healthy and successful.
Usage & Nuances
'Thriving' is positive and energetic but not overly formal; it's often used with 'business,' 'community,' 'industry,' and 'garden.' It describes ongoing progress or strong health, not just momentary success. Avoid confusing with 'surviving,' which only means staying alive.
Spanish: próspero - floreciente - en augePortuguese (BR): próspero - florescentePortuguese (PT): próspero - florescenteChinese (Simplified): 繁荣的 - 兴旺的 - 蓬勃发展的Chinese (Traditional): 繁榮的 - 興旺的 - 蓬勃發展的Hindi: फलता-फूलता - समृद्धArabic: مزدهر - ناجحBengali: সমৃদ্ধ - ফুলে-ফেঁপে ওঠাRussian: процветающий - успешныйJapanese: 繁栄している - 活気があるVietnamese: phát triển mạnh - thịnh vượngKorean: 번창하는 - 잘 자라는Turkish: gelişen - büyüyenUrdu: ترقی کر رہا - خوشحالIndonesian: berkembang pesat - makmur
Example Sentences
She runs a thriving business online.
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This neighborhood is really thriving these days.
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Her kids are happy and thriving at their new school.
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The plants in this garden are thriving.
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The city is thriving thanks to new businesses.
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After a few tough years, the company is finally thriving.
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