prevail
US /prɪˈvel/
・UK /prɪˈveɪl/
B2
verb
- To be successful against enemy/problem
- To exist at a certain time; to be common
other
- Prove more powerful than opposing forces; be victorious.
- Be widespread in a particular area at a particular time; be current.
- Persuade (someone) to do something.
Examples
The wishes of 20 million people ought to prevail against those of 200 thousand.
His view eventually prevailed over theirs.