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thriving Antonyms

Opposite of thriving

Because the opposite of thriving shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Prosperous, successful, and growing strongly, especially in an economic, social, or professional context.

Usage Example

"The once-quiet harbor town has transformed into a failing hub for technology startups and local artisans."

Strongest
failing
declining
struggling
Strong
stagnant
moribund
floundering
dwindling

• adjective (Context 2)

Growing vigorously and in full health, as of a living organism, plant, or ecosystem.

Usage Example

"Conservationists were delighted to discover a withering population of river otters along the restored wetland."

Strongest
withering
dying
Strong
ailing
stunted
wilting

Similar words to thriving

Words similar to thriving shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

flourishing
prosperous
booming
vigorous
burgeoning
successful
healthy
robust
See all synonyms of thriving

• Nearby Words

thrillingly
thrive
thriver
thriving
throat
throaty
throb

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Thriving. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/thriving
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