The difference between Blossom and Thrive
When used as verbs, blossom means to have, or open into, blossoms, whereas thrive means to grow or increase stature.
Blossom is also noun with the meaning: a flower, especially one indicating that a fruit tree is fruiting.
check bellow for the other definitions of Blossom and Thrive
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Blossom as a noun (collectively):
A flower, especially one indicating that a fruit tree is fruiting; a mass of such flowers.
Examples:
"The blossom has come early this year."
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Blossom as a noun:
The state or season of producing such flowers.
Examples:
"The orchard is in blossom."
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Blossom as a noun (figurative):
A blooming period or stage of development; something lovely that gives rich promise.
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Blossom as a noun:
The colour of a horse that has white hairs intermixed with sorrel and bay hairs.
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Blossom as a verb (intransitive):
To have, or open into, blossoms; to bloom.
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Blossom as a verb (intransitive):
To begin to thrive or flourish.
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Thrive as a verb:
To grow or increase stature; to grow vigorously or luxuriantly, to flourish.
Examples:
"Not all animals thrive well in captivity."
"to thrive upon hard work"
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Thrive as a verb:
To increase in wealth or success; to prosper, be profitable.
Examples:
"Since expanding in June, the business has really thrived."