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prosper
/ˈprɒspər/
to flourish or succeed financially or socially
With hard work and dedication, she managed to prosper in her new business.
She became successful and financially stable through her efforts.
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.
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.
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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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
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