prevalent

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Adjective prevalent has 1 sense

prevailing, prevalent, rife - encountered generally especially at the present time; "the prevailing opinion was that a trade war could be averted"; "the most prevalent religion in our area"; "speculation concerning the books author was rife"
Antonym: noncurrent (indirect, via current)

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Prevalent

Definition:

(adjective) Widespread in a particular area or among a particular group of people.

(adjective) Existing or occurring more commonly or in greater numbers.

(adjective) Most frequent or common; prevailing.

Senses:

Widespread in a particular area or among a particular group of people.
Existing or occurring more commonly or in greater numbers.
Most frequent or common; prevailing.

Sample Sentences:

1. In rural areas, agriculture is the prevalent industry.

2. During the flu season, cases of influenza are prevalent among school-aged children.

3. The prevalent opinion among the group was that the company should invest in renewable energy.

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