
Prevalent
Not Always Negative
While prevalent can imply negative occurrences, it's neutral and also describes positive or common things.
Smartphones are prevalent among young adults.
Time Specific
Use 'prevalent' to talk about things that are widespread during a particular period.
Wireless technology is prevalent in this era.
Area Specific
Use 'prevalent' to indicate common occurrences or trends in specific locations.
Wind energy is prevalent in coastal regions.