n. [ L. praevalentia: cf. F. prévalence. See Prevail. ] The quality or condition of being prevalent; superior strength, force, or influence; general existence, reception, or practice; wide extension;
The duke better knew what kind of argument were of prevalence with him. Clarendon. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. See Prevalence. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. [ L. praevalens, -entis, p. pr. of praevalere. See Prevail. ]
Brennus told the Roman embassadors, that prevalent arms were as good as any title. Sir W. Raleigh. [ 1913 Webster ]
This was the most received and prevalent opinion. Woodward. [ 1913 Webster ]
adv. In a prevalent manner. Prior. [ 1913 Webster ]