prosper
7 synonyms and 11 antonyms for prosper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To succeed or do well, especially financially.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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do well
do well for oneself
Antonyms
How to use prosper
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
prosper in business
the economy prospers
live and prosper
Etymology
From Old French prosperer, from Latin prospero ("to make happy/successful"), from prosperus ("favourable"), ultimately tied to the Latin spes ("hope").
Full origin of prosper →Frequently asked questions
What does “prosper” mean?
The word “prosper” means to succeed or do well, especially financially. In plain terms, to do well and succeed, especially in business or in life generally.
How do you pronounce “prosper”?
“Prosper” is pronounced PROS-puh (/ˈpɹɑspɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “prosper” in a sentence?
Here is “prosper” used in a sentence: “The small business prospered after moving to the new location.”
What is another word for “prosper”?
Words with a similar meaning to “prosper” include do well, do well for oneself, gain, grow, thrive and flourish.
What is the opposite of “prosper”?
The opposite of “prosper” — its antonyms — are decline, fail, fall on hard times, fall and go awry.
What part of speech is “prosper”?
“Prosper” is a verb.
Where does the word “prosper” come from?
The word “prosper” comes from Latin. From Old French prosperer, from Latin prospero ("to make happy/successful"), from prosperus ("favourable"), ultimately tied to the Latin spes ("hope").
Is “prosper” a common word?
“Prosper” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
