Synonyms of prevail

prevail

verb

pri-ˈvāl 

1

as in to win

to achieve victory (as in a contest)

we shall prevail despite the overwhelming odds

Synonyms & Similar Words

• win
• triumph
• succeed
• overcome
• conquer
• contend
• carry the day
• kick butt
• sweep
• vie
• squeak
• breeze
• squeeze
• romp

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lose
• fail
• struggle
• collapse
• fold
• decline
• wash out
• slip
• flop
• flounder
• wane
• slump

2

as in to survive

to continue to operate or to meet one's needs

a custom that still prevails in many areas of Africa

Synonyms & Similar Words

• survive
• last
• persist
• remain
• continue
• go
• hold out
• endure
• keep up
• hold up
• manage
• persevere
• cope
• abide
• linger
• carry on
• get along
• get by
• get on
• make out
• stretch
• fare
• hang in
• draw out
• hold on
• run on
• bear up
• hang on

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fail
• run out
• stop
• die
• go out
• give out
• break
• cut out
• expire
• collapse
• break down
• stall
• fizzle
• crash
• peter (out)
• wane
• run down
• conk (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of prevail

In the arena of nations, as on the pitch, those who prepare thoroughly, compete directly, and refuse to yield ground unnecessarily position themselves to endure and prevail. — Daniel Ross Goodman, The Washington Examiner, 11 July 2026

The Sheriff’s Office announced that its attorneys prevailed in court Thursday afternoon, and the temporary restraining was now dissolved. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026

The Bull And Bear Cases For SpaceX Despite all this, the bull case prevails on Wall Street. — Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Although Argentina prevailed in their unforgettable meeting in Qatar, bookmakers believe France would start as favourites if the two footballing giants renew their rivalry on the sport’s biggest stage. — Dean Jones, New York Times, 10 July 2026

Phrases Containing prevail

• prevail (on or upon)
• prevail (over)