The difference between Prosperous and Well off

When used as adjectives, prosperous means characterized by success, whereas well off means of a person: in fortunate circumstances, especially having financial security.


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  1. Prosperous as an adjective:

    characterized by success

    Examples:

    "Trading Babe Ruth was far more prosperous for the Yankees than for the Red Sox."

  2. Prosperous as an adjective:

    well off; affluent

    Examples:

    "He was raised in a very prosperous household."

  3. Prosperous as an adjective:

    favorable

    Examples:

    "He chose a prosperous lottery number that evening."

  1. Well off as an adjective:

    Of a person: in fortunate circumstances, especially having financial security.

    Examples:

    "He is very well off as a result of his illegal money-making activities."

  2. Well off as an adjective:

    Of any item, in a good position or circumstance.