Cultural Studies Glossary

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

• The prevailing economic conditions indicate a slowdown in growth.
• The prevailing opinion seems to be in favor of the new policy.
• The prevailing vibe at the party was pretty chill.
• Despite the prevailing darkness, there is always a glimmer of hope.

noun a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

• It is important to avoid perpetuating harmful stereotypes in our society.
• Don't judge someone based on a stereotype; get to know them first.
• Stereotypes are just lazy shortcuts people use to judge others.
• Breaking free from stereotypes is like breaking out of a cage.