prevail: meaning and definitions

To be greater in strength or influence; triumph: prevailed against the enemy.

To be or become effective; win out: hoped justice would prevail.

To be most common or frequent; be predominant: a region where snow and ice prevail.

To be in force, use, or effect; be current: an ancient tradition that still prevails.

To use persuasion or inducement successfully. Often used with on, upon, or with. See Synonyms at persuade.