Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
FLOURISH
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Thrive.
1. FLOURISH: (of a person, animal, or other living organisms) grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a particularly favourable environment.
2. Thrive: (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously.
- Synonym: blossom, develop, do well, expand.
- Antonym: decrease, fail, lessen, shrink.
Ex: The demonstration went off with a flourish and the committee was greatly impressed.
3. Languish: (of a person or other living thing) lose or lack vitality; grow weak or feeble.
4. Wither: (of a plant) become dry and shriveled.
5. Shrivel: wrinkle and contract or cause to wrinkle and contract, especially due to loss of moisture.
Analyzing the above meaning it is evident that Shrivel is synonymous to FLOURISH.