Synonyms for

Prosperity

Verb / prɑ:ˈsperʌti: / Another word for prosperity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Prosperity means being successful and having good fortune or wealth.

Synonyms & similar words

successfulness wealth success abundance plenty opulence affluence well-being riches profit gain advantage boom flourishing thriving progress growth prosperousness fruitfulness bounty

Synonyms by register

Formal

affluence opulence wealth success

Informal

success well-being good fortune thriving

Literary

bounty plenty abundance

Antonyms

poverty destitution hardship scarcity lack need penury

Common collocations

  • economic prosperity
  • national prosperity
  • personal prosperity
  • period of prosperity
  • ensure prosperity
  • promote prosperity
  • share in prosperity
  • era of prosperity

Word family

noun prosperity
verb prosper
adjective prosperous
adverb prosperously

Usage note

Prosperity refers to a state of flourishing, wealth, and success. It often implies a sustained period of good fortune rather than a fleeting moment.

Example sentences

  1. The town experienced prosperity when a new factory opened up.
  2. The family's prosperity grew when they started their own business.
  3. The community worked together to bring prosperity to the area.
  4. The company's prosperity was due to its hardworking employees.
  5. The nation's prosperity was celebrated during the holiday season.

Quotes

  • Prosperity is not without many fears and distastes; and adversity is not without comforts and hopes. - Francis Bacon
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • Prosperity is the best protector of principle. - Mark Twain

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