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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WordMeaning
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
tanto make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun
browseto eat (tender shoots, twigs, leaves of trees and shrubs, etc.) : to consume as browse (see browse
composurea calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession
omnivorousfeeding on both animal and vegetable substances
rhapsodya portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings
dulltedious
convertto bring over from one belief, view, or party to another
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose