flourishes

Noun

• a showy gesture
• an ornamental embellishment in writing
• a display of ornamental speech or language
• the act of waving
• (music) a short lively tune played on brass instruments
• plural of flourish

Verb

• grow vigorously
• make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance
• move or swing back and forth
• third-person singular simple present indicative of flourish

Synonyms

boom, brandish, expand, fanfare, flourish, fly high, prosper, thrive, tucket, wave