Word
prevalence
Phoneticspreva·lence
US/ˈpɹɛvəɫəns/
UK/pɹˈɛvələns/
Definitions
01being common
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Academic
n. the fact that something is common or happens in many places.
n. the state or condition of being widespread or predominant in a particular area or at a particular time.
日本語:流行※
“The prevalence of smartphones has changed how we communicate with our friends.”
“The prevalence of traditional folk motifs in modern architecture suggests a renewed interest in regional identity.”
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'of'.
02medical/statistical rate
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Medicine Technical
n. the percentage of people in a group who have a specific disease or condition at one time.
n. the total number of cases of a disease in a given population at a specific time, usually expressed as a fraction or percentage.
“Doctors are worried about the high prevalence of heart disease in the city.”
“Epidemiologists noted a significant increase in the prevalence of respiratory conditions among residents living near the industrial zone.”
Usage
Commonly used in public health and statistical reporting.
Pitfall
The prevalence of the flu increased by 5% last week.
The incidence of the flu increased by 5% last week.
Use 'prevalence' for the total number of cases at a specific time, but use 'incidence' for the rate of new cases appearing over time.
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “prevalence” in context.
Verb
01. report prevalence
“Health organizations are required to report the prevalence of the virus within the local community.”
verb + noun
Real-World Examples
“According to a study by the Australian National University , external , there's been a 32% increase in the prevalence of autism since the NDIS was introduced.” “Nicholson said the prevalence of lithium-ion related incidents was down to "more people, more flights, more devices".” Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French prévalence.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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