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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| monochromatic | having or consisting of one color or hue |
| resound | to become filled with sound : reverberate |
| contusion | injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise |
| vignette | a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper |
| tramp | to walk, tread, or step especially heavily |
| homily | a usually short sermon |
| arid | excessively dry |
| endearment | a word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| ventriloquist | one who uses or is skilled in ventriloquism |