What does flourish mean?

To grow strongly or develop successfully. To wave something in a way that attracts attention. A showy movement or decorative detail.

How is flourish pronounced?

UK /ˈflʌrɪʃ/, US /ˈflɜːrɪʃ/.

/ˈflʌrɪʃ/ · /ˈflɜːrɪʃ/

CEFR level C1Topic NatureWord #5622 in the learning path

繁荣；茁壮成长

v. To grow strongly or develop successfully.

繁荣；茁壮成长

v. To wave something in a way that attracts attention.

挥舞以引人注意

n. A showy movement or decorative detail.

夸张动作；华丽装饰

These herbs flourish on our warm, sunny kitchen windowsill.

这些香草在我们厨房温暖、阳光充足的窗台上长得很旺。

Small businesses are more likely to flourish when local governments provide affordable premises and reliable public transport.

地方政府提供价格合理的经营场所和可靠的公共交通时，小企业更容易蓬勃发展。

表繁荣时是不及物动词，不直接接宾语。

What does flourish mean?: To grow strongly or develop successfully. To wave something in a way that attracts attention. A showy movement or decorative detail.
How is flourish pronounced?: UK /ˈflʌrɪʃ/, US /ˈflɜːrɪʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.