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adjective
- 1. existing at a particular time; current: "the unfavourable prevailing economic conditions"
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PREVAILING definition: 1. existing in a particular place or at a particular time: 2. a wind that usually blows in a…. Learn more.
adjective. 1. superior in strength, influence, or effect. 2. most frequent, noticeable, etc.; predominant. 3. widely existing; prevalent.
Something that is prevalent or most common can be described as prevailing. The prevailing opinion in your family might be that your cousin Bob who sleeps in his closet is certifiably insane.
having superior power or influence. effectual. Synonyms: effective. prevailing. / prɪˈveɪlɪŋ / adjective. generally accepted; widespread. the prevailing opinion. most frequent or conspicuous; predominant. the prevailing wind is from the north.
the prevailing wind in an area is the one that blows over it most frequently. The prevailing wind here is from the east. Definition of prevailing adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
1. Generally current; widespread: the prevailing attitude. 2. Blowing usually or most frequently from a given direction: a prevailing easterly wind. pre·vail′ing·ly adv. Synonyms: prevailing, prevalent, current. These adjectives denote what exists or is encountered generally at a particular time.
Definition of prevailing adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
PREVAILING definition: 1. existing a lot in a particular group, area, or at a particular time: 2. a wind that usually…. Learn more.
1. verb. If a proposal, principle, or opinion prevails, it gains influence or is accepted, often after a struggle or argument. We hope that common sense would prevail. [VERB] Rick still believes that justice will prevail. [VERB] Political and personal ambitions are starting to prevail over economic interests.
prevailing. (prɪveɪlɪŋ ) adjective [ADJ n] The prevailing wind in an area is the type of wind that blows over that area most of the time. The direction of the prevailing winds should be taken into account. More Synonyms of prevailing. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers.
