• (a.) Predominant; prevalent; most general; as, the prevailing disease of a climate; a prevailing opinion. • (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Prevail • (a.) Having superior force or influence; efficacious; persuasive. Found on http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/prevailing/
[Adjective] Something that is common or in general use. Example: After the defeat, the prevailing mood among the players was of anger.
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Pre·vail'ing adjective 1. Having superior force or influence; efficacious; persuasive. Shak. « Saints shall assist thee with prevailing prayers.» Rowe. 2. Predominant; prevalent; most general; as, the prevailing disease of a climate; a p... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/P/158