prevail
verbUK /prɪˈveɪl/
US /prɪˈveɪl/
To win or be stronger than something else.
Good always prevails over evil in the end.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. To be common or widespread in a place or time.
A feeling of excitement prevailed throughout the stadium.
3. To persuade someone to do something.
She prevailed upon her friend to join the team.
4. To prove to be true or valid.
The argument prevailed after much debate.