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prevail
verb
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Divide prevail into syllables:

pre · vail

How to pronounce prevail:

Definition of prevail:

prevail (verb):
to prove superior
to gain ascendancy through strength or superiority triumph

Synonyms for prevail:

predominatereigndominateoutweighoverbalancerule

Antonyms for prevail:

encourageyieldfailwinpreserveneglectbuildlosesaveserve
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