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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culverta transverse drain
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virtueconformity to a standard of right : morality
collectedgathered together
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
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detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
reduceto draw together or cause to converge : consolidate
encomiasticone that praises : eulogist