The difference between Pervasive and Prevailing
When used as adjectives, pervasive means manifested throughout, whereas prevailing means predominant.
check bellow for the other definitions of Pervasive and Prevailing
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Pervasive as an adjective:
Manifested throughout; pervading, permeating, penetrating or affecting everything.
Examples:
"The medication had a pervasive effect on the patient's health."
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Prevailing as an adjective:
Predominant; of greatest force.
Examples:
"The prevailing opinion was for additional planning time."
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Prevailing as an adjective:
Prevalent, common, widespread.
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Prevailing as a verb: