Prevailing
WordNet

adjective


(1)   Encountered generally especially at the present time
"The prevailing opinion was that a trade war could be averted"
"The most prevalent religion in our area"
"Speculation concerning the books author was rife"
(2)   Most frequent or common
"Prevailing winds"
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Adjective



  1. Predominant; of greatest force.
    The prevailing opinion was for additional planning time.
 
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