prosperous
adjectiveHow many syllables in prosperous?
There are 3 syllables in the word prosperous.How to pronounce prosperous:
Definition of prosperous:
- prosperous (adjective):
- auspicious, favorable
- wealthy and successful
- in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich.
Synonyms for prosperous:
affluent
blooming
booming
comfortable
easy
flourishing
golden
halcyon
healthy
in clover
in the money
minted
moneyed
opulent
palmy
prospering
rich
roaring
successful
thriving
wealthy
well-fixed
well-heeled
well-off
well-situated
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