prosper

/ˈprɒspər/
verbIntermediate
general

to flourish or succeed financially or socially

The company prospered under new leadership.

The company became more successful and profitable.

The region prospered due to its agricultural wealth.

The area thrived economically because of its farming industry.

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Often used to describe financial success or general well-being.

general

to grow or develop successfully

The garden prospered with the right amount of sunlight and water.

The garden thrived under the right conditions.

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Can also refer to non-financial growth or development.

Collocations

prosper financiallyto become wealthy or financially successfulprosper in businessto succeed in a commercial ventureprosper under someone's leadershipto thrive or succeed due to someone's guidance

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Related Phrases

prosperityphrase
a state of being successful or thriving
prosperousphrase
characterized by success or wealth

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

Use 'prosper' to describe success in business, finance, or personal growth.

Gold Rule

Formal Context

'Prosper' is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe success or growth.

📖Word Origin

From Middle English 'prosperen,' from Old French 'prosperer,' from Latin 'prosperare,' meaning 'to succeed, to be fortunate.'

📝Usage Notes

Often used in formal or semi-formal contexts to describe success or growth, whether financial, social, or personal.

Word Breakdown

pro-
forward, in favor of
prefix
+
-sper
to hope, to succeed
root
+
-er
to make or cause
suffix
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