flourish

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of flourish with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

flourish

(verb)

Meaning

to grow or develop vigorously

Example

"In the right conditions, the garden will flourish and bloom beautifully."

Synonyms

thriveprosperblossom

Antonyms

witherdeclinefade

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'florere', meaning to blossom or flower.
Related word forms
  • noun: flourishing
  • adjective: flourished

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