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prevail Antonyms

Opposite of prevail

Because the opposite of prevail shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To prove more powerful or superior than opposing forces; to win or triumph.

Usage Example

"Despite facing numerous early setbacks, the community's determination to rebuild the library ultimately prevailed."

Strongest
lose
fail
succumb
Strong
surrender
yield
give in

• verb (Context 2)

To be widespread, predominant, or current in a particular area or at a particular time.

Usage Example

"A spirit of optimism and collaboration prevailed throughout the annual scientific conference."

Strong
disappear
vanish
die out
wane

• verb (Context 3)

To persuade or induce someone to do something (used with 'on' or 'upon').

Usage Example

"We finally prevailed upon the retired professor to deliver one last guest lecture for the graduating class."

Strongest
dissuade
Strong
deter
discourage

Similar words to prevail

Words similar to prevail shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

triumph
predominate
win
persuade
succeed
win out
convince
hold sway
See all synonyms of prevail

• Nearby Words

prettyish
pretzel
preuniversity
prevail
prevailing
prevailingly
prevalence

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Prevail. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/prevail
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