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The definition of prosperous is someone or something exhibiting financial success.

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An example of someone who would be described as prosperous is a millionaire.

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See prosperous in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

having continued success; prospering; flourishing
well-to-do; well-off
conducive to success; favorable

Origin: ME < MFr prospereus: see prosper & -ous

Related Forms:

prosperously adverb

See prosperous in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Having success; flourishing: a prosperous new business.
Well-to-do; well-off: a prosperous family.
Propitious; favorable: a prosperous moment to make a decision.

Related Forms:

prosˈper·ous·ly adverb

prosˈper·ous·ness noun

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