English dictionary
flourish
nounPronunciation
ˈflʌɹ.ɪʃ
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- (music) a short lively tune played on brass instruments
noun
- the act of waving
noun
- a display of ornamental speech or language
noun
- a showy gesture
noun
- an ornamental embellishment in writing
verb
- grow vigorously
verb
- move or swing back and forth
verb
- make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance
Example sentences
he entered to a flourish of trumpets
her arrival was greeted with a rousing fanfare
she entered with a great flourish
The deer population in this town is thriving
business is booming
She waved her gun
The new student is thriving