Prevailing

Pronunciation: /prɪˈveɪlɪŋ/

Definitions of prevailing

adjective describing the act of being dominant or most common in a particular situation

Example Sentences

A1 The prevailing color of the sky is blue.

A2 In most countries, the prevailing language is English.

B1 The prevailing opinion among scientists is that climate change is real.

B2 Despite the prevailing economic conditions, the company managed to turn a profit.

C1 The prevailing theory in psychology suggests that behavior is influenced by both nature and nurture.

C2 The prevailing sentiment among voters was one of dissatisfaction with the current government.

Examples of prevailing in a Sentence

formal The prevailing economic conditions indicate a slowdown in growth.

informal The prevailing opinion seems to be in favor of the new policy.

slang The prevailing vibe at the party was pretty chill.

figurative Despite the prevailing darkness, there is always a glimmer of hope.

Grammatical Forms of prevailing

• past tense: prevailed
• plural: prevailings
• comparative: more prevailing
• superlative: most prevailing
• present tense: prevails
• future tense: will prevail
• perfect tense: has prevailed
• continuous tense: is prevailing
• singular: prevailing
• positive degree: prevailing
• infinitive: to prevail
• gerund: prevailing
• participle: prevailed

Origin and Evolution of prevailing

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'prevailing' originated from the Latin word 'praevalere' which means to be more powerful or to prevail.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'prevailing' has retained its original meaning of being dominant or widespread, but it has also come to be used in various contexts such as prevailing opinion or prevailing conditions.