March 18, 2026

prevalent

/ˈpɹɛvələnt/adjective

Happening often or existing in many places; common.

Example sentences

“Colds are especially prevalent during the winter months.”
“Skin cancer is more prevalent in sunny countries.”

Usually comes after the verb rather than before a noun: 'the disease is prevalent in the region'. A formal cousin of 'widespread'.

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