Thrive meaning in English
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Definition
to thrive: to prosper, to do well, to succeed
The Delavigne Corp has been thriving for the past twenty-five years, making more and more profits every year.
to thrive on something to enjoy something, to prosper from something
Pronunciation examples
UK: The Delavigne Corporation has thrived despite the aggressive competition of the cosmetics industry.
US: The lion thrives upon the flesh of young gazelles.
Examples
- "He writes: Miss Bliss, how do you manage to thrive in the male-dominated perfume industry?"
- "Robots are still thriving at the Delavigne Corp, doing our jobs better than us."
- "Although the principal industries of the city itself, apparel and textile products, food processing, and shipbuilding, continue to thrive, we must now turn towards private sector enterprises to stimulate our economy even further."
- "Far from it, I would envision a hefty fine and community service for the two of them. On the other hand, any effort you could make to avoid a jail sentence for Mr. Marron or Mr. Connors would be greatly appreciated, as they are valuable contributors to the Delavigne team, without whom we could not thrive."
Exercise 1
The mayor says that the principal industries of the city "continue to thrive". What does he mean by this?
The mayor says that the principal industries of the city "continue to thrive". What does he mean by this?
These industries do still exist, but this doesn't mean that they are "thriving", which means to grow or prosper.
"To thrive" means to prosper, succeed or blossom. The mayor says that these industries continue to "thrive", therefore they are still prospering.
This choice is incorrect. "To thrive" means to succeed and prosper, it has nothing to do with popularity or reputation.
This is incorrect. "To thrive" means to succeed and do well, it has nothing to do with losing money.
On the contrary, the mayor says that these industries are doing well, and continue to succeed.
Exercise 2
Choose the appropriate term, either strive or thrive in the sentences below.
The Delavigne Corporation is this year, having earned record profits.
The Delavigne Corporation for perfection in its products and customer service.
Mr. Lyon is to achieve the goals he set for himself at the beginning of the year.
Lions upon the flesh of young antelope.
The Delavigne Corporation is this year, having earned record profits.
The Delavigne Corporation for perfection in its products and customer service.
Mr. Lyon is to achieve the goals he set for himself at the beginning of the year.
Lions upon the flesh of young antelope.
Choose the appropriate term, either strive or thrive in the sentences below.
The Delavigne Corporation is thriving 1 this year, having earned record profits.
The Delavigne Corporation strives 2 for perfection in its products and customer service.
Mr. Lyon is striving 3 to achieve the goals he set for himself at the beginning of the year.
Lions thrive 4 upon the flesh of young antelope.
The Delavigne Corporation is thriving 1 this year, having earned record profits.
The Delavigne Corporation strives 2 for perfection in its products and customer service.
Mr. Lyon is striving 3 to achieve the goals he set for himself at the beginning of the year.
Lions thrive 4 upon the flesh of young antelope.
1 thriving: This is correct. The verb "to thrive" means to "prosper" or "succeed" (in business, in love, etc.). To say that a company is "thriving" is to say that they are doing well and are successful. In Bruno's letter, he writes that the Delavigne Corporation couldn't "thrive" without the help of Jean and Kevin. Note that "to thrive" can be conjugated irregularly or regularly: thrive/thrived or throve/ thrived or throve.
1 striving: The verb "to strive" doesn't belong in this construction. "To strive (for perfection, to achieve something)" means "to exert oneself" or "to make a strenuous effort", or to "try hard", however a business cannot be "striving this year" (without an object).
2 strives: This is correct. "To strive (for perfection, to achieve something)" means "to exert oneself" or "to make a strenuous effort", or to "try hard". "To strive for perfection" is an expression which describes an effort to be perfect. The verb "to strive" wasn't used in this letter. Note that "to strive" can be conjugated irregularly or regularly: strive/strived or strove/ strived or strove.
2 thrives: The verb "to thrive" doesn't belong in this construction. The verb "to thrive" means to "prosper" or "succeed" (in business, in love, etc.), however one cannot "thrive for perfection". In Bruno's letter, he writes that the Delavigne Corporation couldn't "thrive" without the help of Jean and Kevin.
3 striving: This is correct. "To strive (for perfection, to achieve something)" means "to exert oneself" or "to make a strenuous effort", or to "try hard". "To strive to achieve one's goals" is to make a sincere effort to achieve or accomplish them. The verb "to strive" wasn't used in this letter. Note that "to strive" can be conjugated irregularly or regularly: strive/strived or strove/ strived or strove.
3 thriving: The verb "to thrive" doesn't belong in this construction. The verb "to thrive" means to "prosper" or "succeed" (in business, in love, etc.), however one cannot "thrive to achieve something". In Bruno's letter, he writes that the Delavigne Corporation couldn't "thrive" without the help of Jean and Kevin.
4 thrive: This is correct. The verb "to thrive" means to "prosper" or "succeed" (in business, in love, etc.). If a lion "thrives upon antelopes", then the animal "prospers" or "grows" due to the consumption of antelopes. We can also assume that the lion population is healthy because of the presence of antelope. In Bruno's letter, he writes that the Delavigne Corporation couldn't "thrive" without the help of Jean and Kevin. Note that "to thrive" can be conjugated irregularly or regularly: thrive/thrived or throve/ thrived or throve.
4 strive: The verb "to strive" doesn't belong in this construction. "To strive (for perfection, to achieve something)" means "to exert oneself" or "to make a strenuous effort" however lions cannot "strive upon" the flesh of antelopes!
Exercise 3
Choose the appropriate term, either strive or thrive in the sentences below.
The Delavigne Corporation is this year, having earned record profits.
The Delavigne Corporation for perfection in its products and customer service.
Mr. Lyon is to achieve the goals he set for himself at the beginning of the year.
Lions upon the flesh of young antelope.
The Delavigne Corporation is this year, having earned record profits.
The Delavigne Corporation for perfection in its products and customer service.
Mr. Lyon is to achieve the goals he set for himself at the beginning of the year.
Lions upon the flesh of young antelope.
Choose the appropriate term, either strive or thrive in the sentences below.
The Delavigne Corporation is thriving 1 this year, having earned record profits.
The Delavigne Corporation strives 2 for perfection in its products and customer service.
Mr. Lyon is striving 3 to achieve the goals he set for himself at the beginning of the year.
Lions thrive 4 upon the flesh of young antelope.
The Delavigne Corporation is thriving 1 this year, having earned record profits.
The Delavigne Corporation strives 2 for perfection in its products and customer service.
Mr. Lyon is striving 3 to achieve the goals he set for himself at the beginning of the year.
Lions thrive 4 upon the flesh of young antelope.
1 thriving: This is correct. The verb "to thrive" means to "prosper" or "succeed" (in business, in love, etc.). To say that a company is "thriving" is to say that they are doing well and are successful. In Bruno's letter, he writes that the Delavigne Corporation couldn't "thrive" without the help of Jean and Kevin. Note that "to thrive" can be conjugated irregularly or regularly: thrive/thrived or throve/ thrived or throve.
1 striving: The verb "to strive" doesn't belong in this construction. "To strive (for perfection, to achieve something)" means "to exert oneself" or "to make a strenuous effort", or to "try hard", however a business cannot be "striving this year" (without an object).
2 strives: This is correct. "To strive (for perfection, to achieve something)" means "to exert oneself" or "to make a strenuous effort", or to "try hard". "To strive for perfection" is an expression which describes an effort to be perfect. The verb "to strive" wasn't used in this letter. Note that "to strive" can be conjugated irregularly or regularly: strive/strived or strove/ strived or strove.
2 thrives: The verb "to thrive" doesn't belong in this construction. The verb "to thrive" means to "prosper" or "succeed" (in business, in love, etc.), however one cannot "thrive for perfection". In Bruno's letter, he writes that the Delavigne Corporation couldn't "thrive" without the help of Jean and Kevin.
3 striving: This is correct. "To strive (for perfection, to achieve something)" means "to exert oneself" or "to make a strenuous effort", or to "try hard". "To strive to achieve one's goals" is to make a sincere effort to achieve or accomplish them. The verb "to strive" wasn't used in this letter. Note that "to strive" can be conjugated irregularly or regularly: strive/strived or strove/ strived or strove.
3 thriving: The verb "to thrive" doesn't belong in this construction. The verb "to thrive" means to "prosper" or "succeed" (in business, in love, etc.), however one cannot "thrive to achieve something". In Bruno's letter, he writes that the Delavigne Corporation couldn't "thrive" without the help of Jean and Kevin.
4 thrive: This is correct. The verb "to thrive" means to "prosper" or "succeed" (in business, in love, etc.). If a lion "thrives upon antelopes", then the animal "prospers" or "grows" due to the consumption of antelopes. We can also assume that the lion population is healthy because of the presence of antelope. In Bruno's letter, he writes that the Delavigne Corporation couldn't "thrive" without the help of Jean and Kevin. Note that "to thrive" can be conjugated irregularly or regularly: thrive/thrived or throve/ thrived or throve.
4 strive: The verb "to strive" doesn't belong in this construction. "To strive (for perfection, to achieve something)" means "to exert oneself" or "to make a strenuous effort" however lions cannot "strive upon" the flesh of antelopes!
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