Word
thriving
Phoneticsthriv·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈθɹaɪvɪŋ/
UK/θɹˈaɪvɪŋ/
Definitions
01successful and healthy
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. growing well or being very successful and healthy.
adj. characterised by success, prosperity, or vigorous growth.
“The small town has a thriving arts community with many galleries.”
“Despite the national economic downturn, the tech sector in this region remains thriving, attracting significant venture capital and skilled talent.”
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02the act of prospering
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal
n. the process of growing strong or being successful.
n. the action or state of flourishing or prospering.
“The thriving of the local economy helped everyone in the city.”
“The rapid thriving of these invasive species has caused significant concern among local conservationists and park rangers.”
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Real-World Examples
“More than 450 million years ago, long before dinosaurs appeared and before animals or plants had spread widely across dry land, crinoids were already thriving in some of Earth's earliest coral reefs.” “Now, all the signs point to a population of water voles that has not only survived the winter, but is thriving.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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- Frequent
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- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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