1. to be greater in strength, influence, or numbers; to triumph or succeed
2. to be widespread or common in a particular area or time
3. to persuade someone successfully
Usage: often used with ‘upon’ or ‘on’

Examples

• Justice always prevails in the end.
• The home team prevails despite being behind at halftime.
• A spirit of cooperation prevails in the workplace.
• Hot, humid weather prevails during the summer months.
• She prevailed upon her parents to let her go to the concert.
• Common sense prevails over emotion in difficult decisions.
• The stronger argument prevails in the debate.