thrive /θraɪv/ CET4 TEM4 ( thriving, thrived, thrives )

• 1. 

  V-I If someone or something thrives, they do well and are successful, healthy, or strong. 兴旺发达; 茁壮成长

  例：

  He appears to be thriving.

  他看起来兴旺发达蒸蒸日上。

  例：

  Today her company continues to thrive.

  如今，她的公司继续蓬勃发展。

• 2. 

  V-I If you say that someone thrives on a particular situation, you mean that they enjoy it or that they can deal with it very well, especially when other people find it unpleasant or difficult. 喜欢; 从容应对 (尤指别人不喜欢或认为困难的事)

  例：

  Many people thrive on a stressful lifestyle.

  许多人喜欢有压力的生活方式。