Gedeihen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Gedeihen" is used as verb with the meaning of "thrive", "prosper" or "flourish".

Essential properties of "gedeihen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: gedeihen
Simple past: gedieh
Participle: gediehen

irregular

Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "gedeihen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To prosper, grow, or develop well (plants/economy)"

Definition: "To prosper, grow, or develop well, especially in terms of plants or economy."
Translation(s): thrive, prosper, flourish, grow
Synonym(s): blühen, florieren
Antonym(s): verkümmern
Related word(s): Wachstum, Erfolg

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Pflanzen im Garten gedeihen prächtiг.The plants in the garden are thriving splendidly.
In diesem Klima können viele exotische Früchte gedeihen.Many exotic fruits can thrive in this climate.
Unter guten Bedingungen kann ein neues Unternehmen schnell gedeihen.Under good conditions, a new company can quickly prosper.

2.) "To develop well (health/well-being)"

Definition: "To develop well in terms of health or well-being."
Translation(s): thrive, flourish, do well, grow
Synonym(s): aufblühen, Gesund werden
Antonym(s): verkümmern
Related word(s): Gesundheit, Wohlstand

📝 Some usage examples:

Das Kind gedeiht in seiner neuen Umgebung.The child is thriving in its new environment.
Nach der Krankheit begann er wieder zu gedeihen.After the illness, he began to thrive again.
Mit der richtigen Pflege können die Patienten gut gedeihen.With the right care, patients can thrive well.

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