FLOURISH

Definition of FLOURISH

  1. (verb)grow vigorously
  2. (verb)make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance
  3. (verb)move or swing back and forth
  4. (noun)a showy gesture
  5. (noun)an ornamental embellishment in writing
  6. (noun)a display of ornamental speech or language
  7. (noun)the act of waving
  8. (noun)(music) a short lively tune played on brass instruments