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prevail Synonyms

Another word for prevail

Choosing another word for prevail depends on context, so the 17 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match 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
triumph
win
Strong
succeed
win out
overcome
conquer

• 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."

Strongest
predominate
Strong
preponderate
hold sway
reign
abound

• 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
persuade
Strong
convince
induce
talk into
sway
win over

Opposites of prevail

The opposite of prevail shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

lose
fail
dissuade
succumb
die out
deter
vanish
disappear
See all opposites of prevail

• Nearby Words

prettyish
pretzel
preuniversity
prevail
prevailing
prevailingly
prevalence

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