What does "thriving" mean?

1. (successful and healthy) growing well or being very successful and healthy. 2. (the act of prospering) the process of growing strong or being successful.

thriving

adj. · n.

US //ˈθɹaɪvɪŋ// UK //θɹˈaɪvɪŋ// thriv·ing

1 successful and healthy (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

growing well or being very successful and healthy.

characterised by success, prosperity, or vigorous growth.

Example

The small town has a thriving arts community with many galleries.

Example

Despite the national economic downturn, the tech sector in this region remains thriving, attracting significant venture capital and skilled talent.
2 the act of prospering (n.)
C1 Advanced Formal

the process of growing strong or being successful.

the action or state of flourishing or prospering.

Example

The thriving of the local economy helped everyone in the city.

Example

The rapid thriving of these invasive species has caused significant concern among local conservationists and park rangers.
- prosperity
- growth
- decline