prosperity

[pro-sper-i-tee]

noun

plural

prosperities 

1. a successful, flourishing, or thriving condition, especially in financial respects; good fortune.

2. prosperities, prosperous circumstances, characterized by financial success or good fortune.

prosperity

/ prɒˈspɛrɪtɪ /

noun

1. the condition of prospering; success or wealth

Other Word Forms

• nonprosperity noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of prosperity¹

First recorded in 1175–1225; Middle English prosperite, from Old French, from Latin prosperitās; prosperous, -ity

Example Sentences

The tech prosperity deal signed at Chequers will see US firms invest in the UK and boost co-operation on AI, quantum and other emerging technologies.

From BBC

But the promised stability and prosperity have not materialised.

From BBC

In truth, our cities show the beauty and promise of this idea, where people from all over the world can gather to seek prosperity, share their cultures, and make it work.

From Los Angeles Times

Festivities surround honoring the goddess of prosperity and abundance, Lakshmi.

From Los Angeles Times

“Instead, it costs American businesses and manufacturing billions of dollars, driving up the cost of living, jeopardizing our nation’s prosperity and hurting American communities.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• accomplishment 
• benefit 
• boom 
• expansion 
• growth 
• inflation 
• interest 
• riches 
• success 
• wealth 
• welfare 
• well-being 

When To Use

What does prosperity mean?

Prosperity is success or the state of success, especially financial or material success.Prosperity often implies success in terms of wealth, health, and happiness. But it can also be used more broadly.The verb prosper means to achieve prosperity. Someone who achieves prosperity can be described as prosperous.The word prosperity is often paired with words like peace and wealth, such as when wishing people well, as in May your year be full of peace and prosperity. Example: You can achieve prosperity through dedication and hard work.