prevalent (ˈprɛvələnt
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Definitions
adjective
- widespread or current
- superior in force or power; predominant
Alternative Forms
ˈprevalence ˈprevalentness noun ˈprevalently adverbWord Origin
C16 (in the sense: powerful): from Latin praevalens very strong, from praevalēre: see prevailSynonyms
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common,
accepted,
established,
popular,
general,
current,
usual,
widespread,
extensive,
universal,
frequent,
everyday,
rampant,
customary,
commonplace,
ubiquitous,
rife,
habitual,
Usage examples
wife had phoned in to say her husband was in bed with the prevalent summer flu.
, Widow's End (1993)The cause may be undiagnosed problems with sperm function, explained Fraser, but no-one knows how prevalent this problem is.
New Scientist (2004)An unlucky few But childhood cancer hasn't always been this prevalent.
Globe and Mail (2003)In a business where hot air is as prevalent as ego, Kylie seems to genuinely place value on honesty.
Glasgow Herald (2001)With restricted eating protein, vitamin and mineral deficiency is prevalent.
, The Family Nutrition Workbook (1988)