Basic Details
Word: Thrive
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To grow strong and healthy; to do very well.
Synonyms: Flourish, prosper, succeed
Antonyms: Fail, decline, wither
Idioms and Phrases
- Thrive on challenges: To become better or stronger because of difficulties. Example: "She thrives on challenges and always finds a way to succeed even under pressure."
- Just to survive, not thrive: To only manage to live or exist without achieving better or greater things. Example: "Some people work just to survive, not thrive; they dream of a better life."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The plants in the garden thrive with plenty of sunlight and water.
Example 2: After joining the football team, he began to thrive in his skills and confidence.
Example 3: A positive environment will help children thrive both academically and emotionally.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "thrive" comes from the Old Norse word "thrifa," which means to grasp or hold? It's all about taking hold of opportunities to grow!
Famous Quote
"The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." Nelson Mandela
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "thrive" mean?
a) To decay slowly
b) To grow strong and healthy
c) To live in danger
d) To become weaker
Answer: b) To grow strong and healthy
2. Which of these is a synonym of "thrive"?
a) Decline
b) Flourish
c) Wither
d) Fail
Answer: b) Flourish
3. Which sentence uses "thrive" correctly?
a) The flowers thrive in the winter.
b) She wants to thrive in her studies this year.
c) The fish thrive when they are out of water.
d) They feel they can thrive during a storm.
Answer: b) She wants to thrive in her studies this year.
4. Which idiom means to do well in difficult circumstances?
a) Thrive on challenges
b) Just to survive, not thrive
c) A tough nut to crack
d) To go that extra mile
Answer: a) Thrive on challenges
5. What is the opposite of "thrive"?
a) Succeed
b) Prosper
c) Wither
d) Flourish
Answer: c) Wither
