Prosperous Definition
prosperous
adjective
- in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich; "they were comfortable or even wealthy by some standards"; "easy living"; "a prosperous family"; "his family is well-situated financially"; "well-to-do members of the community"
- very lively and profitable; "flourishing businesses"; "a palmy time for stockbrokers"; "a prosperous new business"; "doing a roaring trade"; "a thriving tourist center"; "did a thriving business in orchids"
- marked by peace and prosperity; "a golden era"; "the halcyon days of the clipper trade"
- presaging or likely to bring good luck; "a favorable time to ask for a raise"; "lucky stars"; "a prosperous moment to make a decision"
"Prosperous" in song lyrics
See how prosperous is used in real songs:
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"I'm livin in poverty, livin and prosperous"
Bizzy Bone f/ Jim Jones — Ballin' -
"I'd be a good daddy, livin' prosperous"
The Grouch f/ Bicasso, Zion — Moves That Make Me -
"Maintain, 360, lord and live prosperous"
Inspectah Deck — Show & Prove
Words that rhyme with prosperous
Usage tips for "prosperous"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "prosperous" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for prosperous to find words that pair well.