thriving

adjective

thriv·​ing ˈthrī-viŋ 

: characterized by success or prosperity

a thriving business

thrivingly

ˈthrī-viŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• flourishing
• going
• palmy
• prosperous
• successful
• triumphant

Examples of thriving in a Sentence

our new landscaping business is thriving

the once thriving downtown has fallen into steep decline since the new mall was built

Recent Examples on the Web

In a thriving and competitive women's division, the consistent presence of a talent like Bliss would undoubtedly provide a substantial boost, injecting another layer of depth, star power, and compelling storylines into the roster. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025

Economic Growth: Promoting policies that attract businesses, support local entrepreneurship, and ensure access to opportunities for all residents, contributing to a thriving and sustainable Fort Worth economy. —Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025

As co-founder of the Downtown Los Angeles Residence Association, Ridings is actively trying to build a thriving downtown community. —Vanessa Romo, NPR, 30 Apr. 2025

Instead, thriving teams remain composed under pressure and inevitable scrutiny. —Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for thriving

• diving
• driving
• striving
• arriving
• conniving
• contriving
• depriving
• deriving
• reviving
• surviving