C1nounformalmoneysociety
US/prɑːˈsper.ə.ti/
UK/prɒˈsper.ə.ti/
the state of being successful and having plenty of money
In context
The new factory brought prosperity to the whole town.
Peace is necessary for the long-term prosperity of any country.
They wished the young couple health, happiness and prosperity.
Words that go with prosperity
adjective + noun
- economic prosperityEconomic prosperity depends on stable jobs.
- future prosperityEducation is the key to future prosperity.
- national prosperityNational prosperity grew after the reforms.
verb + noun
- bring prosperityTourism has brought prosperity to the coast.
noun + noun
- peace and prosperityThe leaders promised peace and prosperity.
noun + preposition
- prosperity ofThe prosperity of the region rests on farming.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The country enjoyed many prosperities.Correct: The country enjoyed great prosperity.