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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.
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.
adjective. 1. superior in strength, influence, or effect. 2. most frequent, noticeable, etc.; predominant. 3. widely existing; prevalent.
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.
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.
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.
to exist and be accepted among a large number of people, or to get a position of control and influence: Let’s hope that common sense prevails. In spite of injuries, our team prevailed and went on to win. Phrasal verb. prevail on/upon someone to do something.
A complete guide to the word "PREVAILING": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.
Definition of prevailing adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
: to be or continue in use or fashion : persist. a custom that still prevails. Synonyms. conquer. triumph. win. See all Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus. Examples of prevail in a Sentence. Mutual respect prevails among students and teachers here. The house was built in the style that prevailed in the 1980s. The law still prevails in some states.
