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
impassea predicament affording no obvious escape
bombardmenta late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones
intrepidcharacterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance
permeablecapable of being permeated : penetrable
cadeta younger brother or son
egressa place or means of going out : exit
intoxicateto excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
penchanta strong and continued inclination
audita formal examination of an organization's or individual's accounts or financial situation