prevail (upon) (Meaning)
prevail (upon)
to ask or persuade (someone) to do something
Synonyms & Antonyms of prevail (upon)
prevail (upon) Sentence Examples
- The doctor's gentle demeanor prevailed upon the frightened child, calming his fears.
- The relentless rain prevailed upon the tent, threatening to collapse it.
- The lawyer's eloquence prevailed upon the jury, winning them over to his client's cause.
- Despite the temptation, the ethical principles prevailed upon him, guiding his actions.
- The persuasive salesman prevailed upon the customer to make a purchase.
- The unwavering support of her family prevailed upon her during her darkest times.
- The pleas of the survivors prevailed upon the rescuers, prompting them to continue searching.
- The strong winds prevailed upon the trees, uprooting some and damaging others.
- The overwhelming evidence prevailed upon the judge, leading to a swift conviction.
- The desire for justice prevailed upon the investigators, driving them to uncover the truth.
FAQs About the word prevail (upon)
to ask or persuade (someone) to do something
urge, implore, recommend, encourage,talk (into), persuade, beg, convince, induce, pilot
No antonyms found.
The doctor's gentle demeanor prevailed upon the frightened child, calming his fears.
The relentless rain prevailed upon the tent, threatening to collapse it.
The lawyer's eloquence prevailed upon the jury, winning them over to his client's cause.
Despite the temptation, the ethical principles prevailed upon him, guiding his actions.
