1. The state or condition of being widespread, common, or predominant
The prevalence of smartphones has changed modern communication.
A prevalência de smartphones mudou a comunicação moderna.
2. In medicine/epidemiology: the proportion of a population that has a specific disease or condition at a given time
The prevalence of diabetes in the region increased significantly.
A prevalência de diabetes na região aumentou significativamente.
3. The fact or quality of being superior or having greater power/influence
The prevalence of traditional values in that society
A prevalência de valores tradicionais naquela sociedade