556 prevail upon和prevail over
① prevail upon是“说服,劝说”的意思。
We all prevailed upon him to rest home but he refused to stay idle. 我们劝他在家休息,但他不肯闲着。
He was prevailed upon to attend the meeting,despite his reluctance. 他被说服去参加会议,尽管很勉强。
② prevail over是“压倒,战胜”(be victorious over)的意思。
After thinking over,she at length succeeded in letting reason prevail over her prejudices. 仔细考虑后,她终于让理智战胜了偏见。
Justice will prevail over injustice. 正义一定会战胜非正义。