Synonyms for

Prevailed

Verb / prɪˈveɪld / / pri:ˈveɪld / Another word for prevailed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To be victorious or dominant in a contest or competition

Synonyms & similar words

predominate reign hold diehard triumph run dominate rule obtain endure persist prevail triumphed won conquered dominated overcame succeeded survived endured outlasted persevered influenced persuaded obtained achieved accomplished flourished prospered thrived succeeded

Synonyms by register

Formal

triumphed succeeded prevailed upon dominated

Informal

won out came through got the upper hand

Literary

reigned flourished held sway

Antonyms

lost failed succumbed yielded capitulated surrendered defeated

Common collocations

  • prevailed against all odds
  • prevailed in the end
  • prevailed over
  • prevailed upon someone
  • justice prevailed
  • common sense prevailed
  • peace prevailed

Word family

noun prevalence
verb prevail
adjective prevalent
adverb prevalently

Usage note

Often used to describe a situation where something eventually becomes dominant or successful, especially after a struggle. 'Prevailed upon' means to persuade someone.

Example sentences

  1. The hero prevailed against the villain.
  2. The basketball team prevailed in the game.
  3. The flowers in the garden prevailed despite the hot weather.
  4. After much effort, the students prevailed and passed the exam.
  5. The company prevailed in the market by offering innovative products.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. - Eleanor Roosevelt
  • Victory is not always winning the battle...but rising every time you fall. - Napoleon Bonaparte

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