thrive

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /θraɪv/

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Verb

Plain form thrive

Third-person singular thrives

Past tense thrived

Past participle thrived

Present participle thriving

Plain form thrive

Third-person singular thrives

Past tense throve

Past participle thriven

Present participle thriving

1. To thrive is to grow or develop well or vigorously.

   In its new place on the windowsill, the plant is sure to thrive and bloom regularly.