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PREVALENCE

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Prevalence.

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)
generality
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)
preponderance

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."
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Word Game Points

Is PREVALENCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, prevalence is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
PREVALENCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is PREVALENCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, prevalence is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREVALENCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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