1. 富足的；成功的；兴旺的；繁荣的
Prosperous people, places, and economies are rich and successful.
1. presaging or likely to bring good luck
e.g. a favorable time to ask for a raise
lucky stars
a prosperous moment to make a decision
Synonym: goldenfavorablefavourablelucky
2. marked by peace and prosperity
e.g. a golden era
the halcyon days of the clipper trade
3. in fortunate circumstances financially
moderately rich
e.g. they were comfortable or even wealthy by some standards
easy living
a prosperous family
his family is well-situated financially
well-to-do members of the community
Synonym: comfortableeasywell-fixedwell-heeledwell-offwell-situatedwell-to-do
4. very lively and profitable
e.g. flourishing businesses
a palmy time for stockbrokers
a prosperous new business
doing a roaring trade
a thriving tourist center
did a thriving business in orchids