prosper (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈprɒs.pər/
Definition
To be successful, especially in terms of money and wealth, or to develop in a healthy and successful way.
Examples
The company has prospered greatly since its founder retired.
With good care and plenty of sunlight, the plants will prosper.
She hoped her children would prosper and find happiness in their lives.
How to Use prosper
- prosper from (prepositional phrase)
- To gain benefit or advantage from something. — "Many businesses will prosper from the new government policies."
- prosper despite (prepositional phrase)
- To continue to succeed or develop well even though something is happening that could prevent it. — "The small shop managed to prosper despite the arrival of a large supermarket."
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