prosperous
gb/pɹˈɑspɚəs/ us/pɹˈɑspɚəs/
B2
Inglés
~ 5200
Acepciones
0 acepciones
adjective
B2
property
1
financially successful; wealthy
having a lot of money or business success
Patrón de uso:
[someone/something] is prosperous
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use *prosperous* for things that are not about money or success, for example saying *a prosperous meal* instead of *a rich meal* or *a big meal*. *Prosperous* is normally used for people, groups, places, or businesses that have financial success, not for food, clothes, or single objects. Learners also confuse *prosperity* (noun) and *prosperous* (adjective): *the country enjoys prosperity* vs. *the country is prosperous*.
Sinónimos
wealthy (Focuses more directly on having a lot of money, without stressing growth or stability.)
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affluent (Slightly more formal; often used for people, families, or areas with high income and comfort.)
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well-off (More informal; suggests comfortable money and lifestyle, not necessarily high-level success.)
Antónimos
poor (Lacking money or basic resources, the direct everyday opposite of financially prosperous.)
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impoverished (Formal; describes people or places suffering from serious, often long-term poverty.)
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struggling (Shows difficulty in meeting financial needs or making a business succeed, the opposite of doing well.)
Colocaciones
prosperous family
|prosperous business
|prosperous country
|prosperous middle class
|prosperous community
|prosperous neighborhood
Temas
business
|economy
|society
|finance
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The once small startup is now a prosperous international company.
- She grew up in a prosperous family that never had to worry about money.
- Over the last decade, the region has become increasingly prosperous thanks to tourism.
- A strong and prosperous middle class is vital for a stable democracy.
- Many people moved to the city, hoping for a more prosperous life.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Her parents are very prosperous and own three houses.
- The city became prosperous after the new factories opened.
- He wants to start a business and become prosperous.
- Farmers in that area are now prosperous because of good prices.
- They left the village to look for a more prosperous life in the capital.
adjective
C1
property
2
bringing or marked by success
showing or bringing a lot of success and good results, often with money or growth
Patrón de uso:
a prosperous [period/year/future]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use *prosperous* where *busy* or *active* would be better, for example *a prosperous weekend* to mean *a busy weekend*. *Prosperous* should suggest good results, growth, or wealth, not just a lot of activity. Another mistake is to say *prosperous of* instead of *prosperous for*, as in *The year was prosperous for small businesses*.
Sinónimos
successful (Very close in meaning but broader; not limited to money or economic growth.)
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thriving (Emphasizes strong healthy growth; common for businesses, cities, or industries.)
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fruitful (Highlights productive, positive results, often beyond money (e.g., projects or cooperation).)
Antónimos
difficult (Describes a period or situation with many problems, the opposite of smooth and prosperous.)
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bleak (Suggests a future or time with little hope or opportunity, the opposite of prosperous and promising.)
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unsuccessful (Directly opposite in terms of results; things do not work out well or as planned.)
Colocaciones
prosperous year
|prosperous future
|prosperous career
|prosperous era
|prosperous times
|prosperous new year
Temas
business
|economy
|time
|finance
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- Analysts predict a prosperous year for the technology sector.
- They hope the trade agreement will open a new and prosperous era for both countries.
- The reforms laid the foundation for a more prosperous future.
- After several prosperous seasons, the farmers were able to invest in better equipment.
- We wish you a happy and prosperous New Year.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The company enjoyed several prosperous years before the crisis.
- Our country needs a plan for a prosperous future.
- They believe the changes will lead to more prosperous times.
- We had a prosperous season and sold many products.
- The leader promised a peaceful and prosperous society.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
prosperous
AFI
GB/pɹˈɑspɚəs/
US/pɹˈɑspɚəs/
Sílabas y acento
pros - per - ous (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (pros)
Formas de la palabra
Adjective
- Base: prosperous
Familia de palabras
Core family
prosper
verb B2
prosperity
noun B1
Related words
prosperously
adverb
Expresiones
a long and prosperous life
1/ə lˈɔŋ ˈænd pɹˈɑspɚəs lˈaɪf/
fixed phrase
wish for a long, successful life
a life that is both long and full of money, comfort, and success
Ejemplos
- The mayor raised his glass and wished the couple a long and prosperous life together.
- In many cultures, people bless newlyweds by saying, "May you have a long and prosperous life."
- Fans often tell the author they hope she enjoys a long and prosperous life so she can keep writing.
peaceful and prosperous
1/pˈisfəl ˈænd pɹˈɑspɚəs/
fixed phrase
both calm and economically successful
calm and safe, with good money and growth
Ejemplos
- The president promised to build a peaceful and prosperous society for all citizens.
- Many people move to the region because it is known as a peaceful and prosperous place to raise a family.
- International leaders said they would work together for a peaceful and prosperous future.
prosperous New Year
1/pɹˈɑspɚəs njˈu jˈɪɹ/
fixed phrase
New Year with success and wealth
a New Year that brings money, success, and good results
Ejemplos
- We wish you a happy and prosperous New Year.
- The company sent an email to all clients, thanking them for their support and wishing them a prosperous New Year.
- Friends and family gathered to celebrate and to hope for a prosperous New Year.