prevail
/prɪˈveɪl/
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盛行；普遍存在
Definitions
v. to be common or widespread in a place or time
盛行；普遍存在
v. to win or become stronger than an opposing force
获胜；占上风
v. to persuade someone to do something
说服
Example
A relaxed atmosphere prevails in our kitchen on Sundays.
每逢星期日，我们的厨房里总洋溢着轻松的气氛。
Where traditional attitudes prevail, public education campaigns may be needed to encourage more equal opportunities for women.
在传统观念盛行的地方，可能需要开展公众教育活动，为女性争取更平等的机会。
Collocations
- prevailing conditions
- prevail over
- prevail upon someone to do
Word family
- prevailing (adj.)
Usage tip
获胜用prevail over；说服用prevail upon sb to do。
FAQ
- What does prevail mean?
- to be common or widespread in a place or time to win or become stronger than an opposing force to persuade someone to do something
- How is prevail pronounced?
- UK /prɪˈveɪl/, US /prɪˈveɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
