Flourish

usgb/ˈflɜːrɪʃ/
verb

To grow or develop in a healthy or strong way.

The plants flourish in the garden.
Visual representation of "flourish" - To grow or develop in a healthy or strong way.

Often appears as...

  • flourish in the sun
  • flourish under conditions
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Positive Growth

Use 'flourish' to describe something growing healthily, especially plants, businesses, or ideas.

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Creativity flourishes when given freedom.
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Metaphorical Use

'Flourish' can be used metaphorically to express someone's success or growth in personal qualities.

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Her confidence flourished after the speech.
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