Prevalence
(noun)
- The state or condition of being prevalent; widespread occurrence or acceptance.
- The number or proportion of cases of a particular disease or condition present in a population at a given time.
Origin:
From latin praevalentia, from praevalere.
Examples:
- The prevalence of smartphone use has revolutionized the way we communicate.
- The prevalence of heart disease is a major concern for public health officials.
- The study aimed to determine the prevalence of mental health disorders in the community.