Definitions

prevail

[pri-veyl] / prɪˈveɪl /

VERB

dominate, control

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abound beat overcome prove reign succeed triumph win

STRONG

best carry command conquer domineer gain master obtain overrule predominate preponderate

WEAK

be common be current be prevalent be usual be victorious be widespread come out on top exist generally get there go great guns go places hit pay dirt luck out make it make out move out take off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fail forfeit lose surrender

STRONG

follow give up yield

Example Sentences

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Can they now find the technique, resolve and patience to prevail when a more conventional style of Test cricket is required?

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Anything short of that might not be enough to prevail anymore.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

The politics of convenience driven by the passing moment never prevail, but principles endure.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Fortunately, there’s no need to predict which market forces will prevail.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Though segregation and discrimination still prevail and still work a hardship, great strides have been made—strides that must give hope to every observer of the South.

From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin

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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 12–15

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"The Hill We Climb," by Amanda Gorman

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