as in success
the state of being successful usually by making a lot of money
This was a period of prosperity for our nation. economic prosperity
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Recent Examples of prosperity
Pink lilies add a note of prosperity and good fortune.
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Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Vibrantly colored pottery cicadas have been a symbol in French culture for generations, bringing good luck and prosperity.
—Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 9 Feb. 2026
Rucci said the brand represents old money and prosperity.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Feb. 2026
But, as Michtom discovered with the Teddy bear, the priorities of the new childhood, coupled with the growing prosperity of American society, had also created a demand for material playthings.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
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Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
Vibrantly colored pottery cicadas have been a symbol in French culture for generations, bringing good luck and prosperity.
—Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 9 Feb. 2026
Rucci said the brand represents old money and prosperity.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Feb. 2026
But, as Michtom discovered with the Teddy bear, the priorities of the new childhood, coupled with the growing prosperity of American society, had also created a demand for material playthings.
—Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for prosperity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prosperity
Noun
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Contreras sees situational awareness as the key to ABS success.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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Both owe a lot of their success and development to Pomona assistant coach Ben Barrows, Derek’s biological dad and Kalob’s adopted dad.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
22 Feb. 2026
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There are a few commonalities between the two, chiefly the abundance of alcohol consumption, the significance of costuming and the presence of king cake.—
Carlie Procell,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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Serviceberries are among the earliest trees to flower in spring, producing an abundance of white blossoms that host a diversity of pollinators.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Prosperity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prosperity. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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