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prevail

prevail is a verb with a potent meaning. Let's explore it!

ℹ️ Part of speech

prevail is a VERB.

🗣️ Pronunciation

prevail is pronounced /prɪˈ.veɪl/ or pri-VAYL.

📚️ Definition

prevail means to prove more powerful than opposing forces; to be victorious or win. Example: Justice must prevail.

📰 Examples

Let's look at some examples of prevail in use:

• In the battle of wills, determination and perseverance will usually prevail.
• The soccer team managed to prevail over their rivals in the championship match.
• Despite facing numerous challenges, she prevailed in completing her PhD.
• Good will always prevail over evil. Or so we hope!

🧠 Quick vocab quiz

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prevail most nearly means

Another question:

In which sentence is the term prevail used correctly?

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💁🏼 Tips!

Prevail usually suggests overcoming difficulties or opposition. It's frequently used with "over" when discussing conflicts or competitions.

✅ Quiz answer/s

Your answers:

• B, triumph.
• D, In a battle of wits, the first-year student prevailed.

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Erin
Curator of the TestMagic Word of the Day