prevalent
1 of 1adjective/ˈprɛvələnt/
Forms:more prevalent,most prevalent
1
widespread or commonly occurring at a particular time or in a particular place
- In this region, malaria is prevalent during the rainy season.
- Social media usage is prevalent among teenagers in today's society.
- Gender inequality remains prevalent in many workplaces despite efforts to promote diversity.
- Junk food consumption is prevalent among children, contributing to rising obesity rates.
- Depression is prevalent among college students, often due to academic stress and social pressures.