Prosperous
ˈprɒspərəs
Definitions
Having success or marked by success; flourishing; wealthy.
ˈprɒspərəs
Having success or marked by success
The prosperous town had a bustling marketplace.
💡 Simply: Imagine a business that's doing super well, making lots of money, and growing. That business is prosperous, like winning the lottery but through hard work!
👶 For kids: When something is prosperous, it means it's doing very well and has lots of good things, like a successful store or a healthy plant.
More Examples
The prosperous economy attracted many investors.
Despite the challenges, the family maintained a prosperous life.
How It's Used
"The prosperous company expanded its operations."
"The region enjoyed a prosperous economic climate."
"They lived in a prosperous community."
Idioms & expressions
prosperous times
A period of economic or personal success.
"They lived in a prosperous times filled with opportunities."
From Latin *prosperus* meaning 'successful, favorable'. It's related to *prospes* meaning 'hope, expectation'.
The word prosperous has been used since the early 16th century and often appears in literature and economic contexts.
Memory tip
Think of a PRO's PERSEVERANCE leading to a successful and prosperous life.