Flourish

/ˈflʌrɪʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a bold or extravagant gesture or action, made for effect.

He made a flourish with his hand to emphasize his point during the presentation.

a period of thriving or prosperity.

The city experienced a flourish in the arts during the 1920s.

verb

to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favorable environment.

The business began to flourish after they implemented the new marketing strategy.

to wave something around to attract attention.

She entered the room, flourishing her invitation like a trophy.

Middle English, from Old French 'florir', from Latin 'florere' meaning 'to flower'.

flourish in

To thrive in a particular environment or context.

flourish where planted

To succeed or thrive in one's current situation.

flourishing

In a state of thriving and growing.

flourishers

Those who engage in flourishing actions or styles.

To really excel at something.

He started to flourish in his new job, winning awards and recognition.

To show off or be ostentatious.

She was flourishing her new designer bag at the party.