Thriven: meaning, definitions and examples
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thriven
[ ˈθraɪvən ]
past participle
Thriven is the past participle of the verb thrive, which means to grow or develop well or vigorously. It is often used to describe someone or something that has prospered or flourished over time.
Synonyms
blossomed, flourished, prospered.
Examples of usage
- The plants have thriven in the warm climate.
- He has thriven in his new role at the company.
- They thriven together, supporting each other's dreams.
Translations
Translations of the word "thriven" in other languages:
🇵🇹 prosperar
🇮🇳 समृद्ध होना
🇩🇪 gedeihen
🇮🇩 makmur
🇺🇦 процвітати
🇵🇱 kwitnąć
🇯🇵 繁栄する
🇫🇷 prospérer
🇪🇸 prosperar
🇹🇷 gelişmek
🇰🇷 번창하다
🇸🇦 ازدهر
🇨🇿 prosperovat
🇸🇰 prosperovať
🇨🇳 繁荣
🇸🇮 uspeti
🇮🇸 blómstra
🇰🇿 өркендеу
🇬🇪 繁荣
🇦🇿 çiçəklənmək
🇲🇽 prosperar
Etymology
The word 'thriven' derives from the Old English 'þrifian' meaning 'to thrive or to grasp'. The modern sense of the word has evolved significantly, stemming from its root meaning, which emphasizes not just survival, but growth and flourishing. The transition from Old English to Middle English reflects the linguistic shifts and influences of various dialects and languages over time. Its usage has persisted, evolving into its current form as the past participle of 'thrive'. This transition was influenced by the necessity to articulate the concept of prosperity and growth in both personal and communal contexts. Today, 'thriven' may be less commonly used than its base form 'thrive', but it showcases the rich history of the English language and its ability to adapt and evolve in meaning.