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prevalence

noun

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Meaning

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The state of being widespread or common; the fact of something being common or widespread.

Example Sentence

The prevalence of smartphones has changed how people communicate and access information.

Usage Note

Used to describe how common or widespread something is, such as a disease, a trend, or a particular behavior, within a specific population or area. It helps understand the scale of an issue or phenomenon.