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adjective

Definition of prosperingnext
as in thriving
marked by vigorous growth and well-being especially economically selling a whole range of luxury products to the prospering middle class

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prospering

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verb

present participle of prosper
1
as in flourishing
to grow vigorously the plants seem to be prospering on the new fertilizers

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as in succeeding
to reach a desired level of accomplishment began to prosper after years of crushing setbacks

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prospering
  1. thriving
  2. prosperous
  3. succeeding
  4. booming
Adjective
  • Naples, with a population north of two million, is a thriving and crowded city, while the twisting and often crowded drive to Sorrento can elevate your blood pressure.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The organization, which was founded four years ago by the parents of Morgan Rodgers, a seemingly thriving women’s lacrosse player at Duke who suffered a serious knee injury before the start of her sophomore year.
    — Rich Scherr, Baltimore Sun, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of thriving
Adjective
  • Only by doing so can the tech sector sustain its momentum and secure a resilient, prosperous future.
    — Jason Wingard, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Advertisement Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that all foreign-aid projects must make Americans safer, stronger, and more prosperous.
    — Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 4 Mar. 2025
Definition of prosperous
Verb
  • But battling isn’t the same as succeeding.
    — Ben Standig, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
  • As job roles continue to shift, the professionals who can combine technical knowledge with creativity, emotional intelligence, and adaptability will be the ones driving change and succeeding in the future of work.
    — Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of succeeding
Adjective
  • With its booming food scene, rich history, and waterfront views, Charleston never fails to put a smile on the faces of visitors.
    — Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Addressing The Challenges For Smaller Whisky Firms While the whisky industry is thriving and full of opportunity, its rapid expansion has attracted many new companies eager to profit from this booming market.
    — Nick Green, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of booming
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