GRE Word List
PREVAIL
to gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
The meaning of the word prevail is to gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph.
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| underhand | in a clandestine manner |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
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| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
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| vulgar | lacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse |