| Front | prevail |
|---|---|
| Back | /prɪˈveɪl/ verb [intransitive not in progressive]formal 1if a belief, custom, situation etc prevails, it exists among a group of people at a certain time prevail in/among etcthe economic conditions which prevail in England and WalesI admired the creativity which prevailed among the young writers. 2if a person, idea, or principle prevails in a fight, argument etc, they are successful in the end: Justice will prevail.common sense prevails/reason prevails (=a sensible decision is made)He considered lying, but then common sense prevailed.prevail over/againstYour inner strength will enable you to prevail over life’s obstacles.prevail on/upon somebody phrasal verb formalto persuade someoneprevail on/upon somebody to do somethingShe prevailed upon her father to say nothing. |
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