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

“I’m hoping that you would, especially since you’re a decent man, Dale, that you would prevail upon whoever is conspiring to resurrect the Confederacy to remove this thing,” the 86-year-old Fraser said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

In this light, the questions raised by Kelver’s case stretch beyond whether she should ultimately prevail at trial.

From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026

Many pilgrims who spoke to AFP expressed their hope that peace would prevail soon.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

I can’t figure out if they’re utterly clueless or genuinely hopeful that justice will prevail.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed

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