pre
vail
Third Person
prevails
Present Participle
prevailing
Past Tense
prevailed
Past Participle
prevailed
1
to prove to be superior in strength, influence, or authority
- Despite facing numerous challenges, the team's resilience allowed them to prevail in the final moments of the game, securing a dramatic victory.
- The community worked together to prevail over adversity, rebuilding homes and infrastructure after a natural disaster.
- Against all odds, the underdog prevailed in the election, surprising many with a grassroots campaign that resonated with voters.
- In the face of criticism, the artist's unique vision and creativity prevailed, gaining recognition and appreciation from art enthusiasts.
- Through diplomacy and negotiation, countries sought to prevail over conflicts and promote peaceful resolutions to international disputes.
Synonyms:
2
to remain in use, fashion, or existence over time
- Despite changing trends, classic styles continue to prevail in the fashion industry.
- Traditional methods of farming still prevail in many rural communities.
- The old customs prevailed for centuries, even as new generations came and went.
- The traditional language of the region still prevails, even among younger speakers.
- Despite the rise of modern technologies, print books still prevail in many people's lives.
3
to be widespread, dominant, or commonly accepted in a specific area or during a certain period
- During the 1960s, rock and roll music prevailed across the globe.
- A sense of optimism prevailed after the announcement of the peace agreement.
- Throughout the city, a spirit of celebration prevailed after the victory.
- In the colder months, hearty stews and soups prevail in the local cuisine.
- The idea of minimalism has prevailed in interior design for the past decade.
4
to prove that an opinion, idea, etc. is superior and make it become accepted by others, particularly after a dispute or struggle
- Despite initial resistance, the new policy ultimately prevailed and was adopted by the board.
- Her argument about the benefits of renewable energy prevailed, convincing the committee to fund the project.
- The belief in equal rights eventually prevailed, leading to significant social and legislative changes.
- After a heated debate, the proposal to increase funding for education prevailed over other suggestions.
- His vision for the company's future prevailed, setting the direction for the next decade of growth.
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5
to convince or influence someone to take a particular action
- She prevailed upon him to join the team, knowing his skills would make a difference.
- After much discussion, he finally prevailed on his friend to attend the event.
- He prevailed upon his colleagues to support the new initiative.
- Through careful reasoning, she prevailed on her parents to let her go on the trip.
- They had to prevail on the council to approve the new community project.