Meaning & Definition of word "Prosper"
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Prosper
/ˈprɒspər/
verb:
- 1. to succeed in an enterprise or activity; to achieve economic success or growth.
- Example: The small business began to prosper after implementing a new marketing strategy.
- 2. to thrive; to flourish.
- Example: In the right conditions, the plants in the garden will prosper.
- 3. to be successful or successful in a particular aspect.
- Example: With hard work and determination, she hoped to prosper in her career.
Etymology
Middle English 'prosperen', from Old French 'prospérer', from Latin 'prosperare', meaning 'to cause to succeed'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
prosper together:
to succeed collectively as a group or community
prosper in business:
to achieve success in commercial activities
prosper like never before:
to experience unprecedented levels of success
Related Words
prosperity:
the state of being prosperous; wealth and success
prosperous:
having success, wealth, or good fortune
Slang Meanings of prosper
Meaning: to get rich quickly
Example Sentence: With the latest investment, he's really prospering now.
Meaning: to have a good time or enjoy oneself
Example Sentence: Let's go out and prosper tonight!