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Prosper

Verb / ˈprɑ:spɜ: / Another word for prosper — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to be successful or thriving, especially financially

Synonyms & similar words

flourish flyhigh thrive succeed flourish thrive advance boom blossom grow improve progress thrive bloom develop mature rise shine

Synonyms by register

Formal

thrive flourish succeed prosper

Informal

do well get ahead make a killing hit it big

Literary

burgeon wax bloom

Antonyms

fail struggle languish decline wither founder flounder

Common collocations

  • prosper and grow
  • prosper financially
  • prosper in life
  • prosper greatly
  • prosperous future
  • prosperous nation
  • prosperous times

Word family

noun prosperity
adjective prosperous

Usage note

Prosper generally refers to achieving success and wealth, often over a sustained period. It is a more formal term than 'do well' and implies a significant level of growth and well-being.

Example sentences

  1. The flowers in my garden are prospering in the sunlight.
  2. I hope to prosper in my new job.
  3. With hard work and dedication, you can prosper in anything you do.
  4. The company's profits continue to prosper year after year.
  5. My family has always prospered through difficult times.

Quotes

  • Prosperity is not without many fears and disasters; and adversity is not without comforts and hopes. - Francis Bacon
  • To succeed, jump as quickly at opportunities as you do at conclusions. - Benjamin Franklin
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill

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