GRE Word List

PREVALENT

generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread

The meaning of the word prevalent is generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread.

Random words

WordMeaning
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
contagiona contagious disease
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as
hilarityboisterous merriment or laughter
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water
squeamisheasily nauseated : queasy
stellarof or relating to the stars : astral