2. To prosper in any business; to have increase or success. "They by vices thrive." Sandys. O son, why sit we here, each other viewing Idly, while Satan, our great author, thrives Milton. And so she throve and prospered. Tennyson.
3. To increase in bulk or stature; to grow vigorously or luxuriantly, as a plant; to flourish; as, young cattle thrive in rich pastures; trees thrive in a good soil.
THRIVEN
Thriv"en,
Defn: p. p. of Thrive.
THRIVER
Thriv"er, n.
Defn: One who thrives, or prospers.
THRIVINGLY
Thriv"ing*ly, adv.
Defn: In a thriving manner.
THRIVINGNESS
Thriv"ing*ness, n.
Defn: The quality or condition of one who thrives; prosperity; growth; increase.