prosperity /prɑˈsperəti/

Origin

From Middle English prosperite, from Old French prosperite, from Latin prosperitas ("good fortune, success"), derived from prosperus ("favorable, fortunate")

Meanings

1. A state of being successful and flourishing, especially in financial terms
2. Good fortune and well-being
3. Economic well-being or success

Example Sentences

1. "The country experienced unprecedented prosperity during the economic boom."
2. "Hard work and determination led to their family's prosperity."
3. "The city's prosperity was evident in its modern buildings and thriving businesses."

Related Words

Forms

• prosper (verb) - to thrive, succeed
• prosperous (adjective) - successful, flourishing
• prosperously (adverb) - successfully, fortunately

Synonyms

• affluence
• wealth
• success
• fortune
• thriving
• well-being

Memory Tricks

1. Think of "PRO" (positive) + "SPER" (spend/spare) = positive spending ability
2. Break it down: pros-per-ity → professional performance brings prosperity
3. Associate with the image of a prosperous person SPERing (spreading) their wealth

Usage Note

Often used in contexts related to economic success, but can also refer to general well-being and success in various aspects of life.