1. to grow or develop successfully; to thrive
2. to wave something in a dramatic way

1. a bold or extravagant gesture or action
2. an ornamental flowing curve in handwriting or decoration

Examples

• The plants flourish in the warm, sunny garden.
• Small businesses can flourish with proper support.
• He signed his name with a dramatic flourish.
• She flourished the contract before signing it.
• The magician ended his act with a flourish of his cape.
• Her signature included an elegant flourish at the end.
• The arts flourish in this creative community.