prosper
Other forms: prospered; prospering; prospers
As any fan of Star Trek knows, “live long and prosper” is good advice. The verb prosper means to do well, succeed, or thrive.
The verb prosper commonly means to generate wealth, as in “she hopes to prosper from her new investments.” But more generally it means “grow stronger” or "flourish" — crops will prosper when they have adequate sun and water, and rescued animals can prosper in a loving home. You can also prosper from good advice or a wise decision: for example, “cheaters never prosper” is one piece of advice that might help you prosper.
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make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance
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Vocabulary lists containing prosper
This list covers "The Jacket," "Abd al-Rahman Ibrahima," and "Why?"
When Amy Anne's favorite book is banned from her school library, she decides to fight against censorship.
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