📊prevalence

noun
/ˈprɛvələns/

Meaning

the state or condition of being widespread or common
The fact or condition of being widespread; the extent to which something exists or occurs

Example Sentences

The prevalence of smartphones has changed how people communicate.

The prevalence of aging issues requires immediate attention.

Synonyms

commonness, frequency, dominance, universality, popularity, ubiquity
Entry 1
commonness, frequency, dominance, universality, popularity
Entry 2
dominance, ubiquity

Antonyms

rarity, infrequency, scarcity
Entry 1
rarity, infrequency, scarcity
Entry 2
rarity, infrequency

Collocations

high prevalence, disease prevalence, prevalence rate, prevalence among

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