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prevalence Synonyms

Another word for prevalence

Choosing another word for prevalence depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The fact or condition of being widespread, common, or generally accepted in a particular place or at a particular time.

Usage Example

"The growing commonness of remote work has transformed urban commuting patterns."

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commonness
Strong
ubiquity
pervasiveness
frequency
currency
predominance

• noun (Context 2)

Superiority in power, influence, or numerical strength; predominance.

Usage Example

"The historical predominance of one dialect over another often reflected regional economic power."

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predominance
Strong
preponderance
ascendancy
dominance
supremacy
preeminence

Opposites of prevalence

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

rarity
scarcity
infrequency
inferiority
uncommonness
subordination
weakness
paucity
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Prevalence. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/prevalence
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