Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, often as a result of a favorable environment.
Flourish
/ˈflʌrɪʃ/Synonyms:
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Examples:
All things in nature were glad and flourishing.
Such tokens seldom flourish long.
Businesses thrive and flourish in a supportive community.
Etymology:
The word flourish originates from Middle English flourishen, from Old French florir, based on Latin florere, meaning to bloom or flower. This relates to the Latin term flos, meaning flower.
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