prevail
//prɪˈveɪl//
Verb
prevailInfinitive
prevailPresent tense
prevailedPast tense
prevailedPast participle
prevailingPresent participle
prevailsThird-person singular
1
to prove more powerful or superior; to triumph or win
In the end, justice prevailed over corruption.
2
to be widespread or current in a particular area or at a particular time
These customs still prevail in rural areas.
3
to persuade someone to do something
She finally prevailed upon him to see a doctor.