prevalence

/ˈpɹɛvələns/

prevalence

English Noun
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Definition

The quality or condition of being prevalent; wide extension or spread.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French prévalence.

Example Sentences

  • "On Starting Point this morning, Southern Poverty Law Center senior fellow Mark Potok discusses the prevalence of white supremacist groups and explains how this type of music is used as a recruitment tool."
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