PREVALENCE
(noun)
There are 3 meanings of the word
Prevalence.
Definitions
Prevalence - as a noun
The quality of prevailing generally; being widespread
Example: "He was surprised by the prevalence of optimism about the future"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
(epidemiology) the ratio (for a given time period) of the number of occurrences of a disease or event to the number of units at risk in the population
A superiority in numbers or amount
Example: "A preponderance of evidence against the defendant"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Example Sentences
"The prevalence of obesity in children has been steadily increasing."
"There is a high prevalence of diabetes in the population."
"The prevalence of mental health disorders is a growing concern."
"The prevalence of smoking has decreased over the years."
"Researchers studied the prevalence of heart disease among the elderly."
Word Game Points
Is PREVALENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prevalence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PREVALENCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is PREVALENCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, prevalence is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPREVALENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is PREVALENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prevalence is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPREVALENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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