B1verb 5K

Prosper

UK //ˈprɒspə// US //ˈprɑːspər// Pronunciation

Definition

To succeed and achieve wealth or success.

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In simple words: To be successful and make a lot of money.

Examples

• Their business began to prosper after they revamped their marketing strategy.
• Many individuals aspire to prosper in their careers.
• The economy is expected to prosper due to new policies.
• If communities work together, they can prosper and improve their quality of life.
• She started investing wisely, and now she is beginning to prosper financially.

Usage notes

Used in both formal and informal contexts, often related to business or personal success.

Grammar pattern

prosper + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'prosperity party' where everyone is happy and successful.

Collocations

• prosper in business
• prosper financially
• prosper together

Synonyms

• thrive
• succeed
• flourish
• grow
• expand

Antonyms

• fail
• struggle
• decline

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'prospective' which relates to future possibilities.
• Mistakenly used as an adjective instead of a verb.