The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word PROSPERED
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What does PROSPERED mean?
PROSPERED verb- To favor; to render successful.
- To be successful; to succeed; to be fortunate or prosperous; to thrive; to make gain.
- To grow; to increase.