prevalence

UK
/ˈprɛv.əl.əns/
US
/ˈprɛv.ə.ləns/

Translations

prevalencenoun
prevalences
pl
The prevalence of diabetes has increased over the years.
Распространенность диабета увеличилась за эти годы.
The prevalence of smartphones has changed the way we communicate.
Преобладание смартфонов изменило то, как мы общаемся.
prevalenceadjective
UK
/ˈprɛv.əl.əns/
US
/ˈprɛv.ə.ləns/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g. "prevalence study").

Definitions

prevalencenoun
The fact or condition of being widespread or common in a particular area or at a particular time.
The prevalence of smartphones has changed the way people communicate.
The proportion of a population found to have a condition (typically a disease or risk factor) at a specific time.
The prevalence of diabetes in the adult population has increased over the past decade.
prevalenceadjective
Relating to or connected with prevalence; designating data, rates, or studies concerning how common something is.
Prevalence studies provide crucial insights for public health planning.