Definition of Rife
Rife
rife


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(adjective)
widespread or common, occurring widely and often increasingly, especially referring to something harmful or undesirable;

e.g. Crime was rife in the city, especially after nightfall.

(adjective)
filled with something, having an abundant or plentiful supply of it;

e.g. The essay was rife with spelling mistakes and grammatical errors.

(adverb)
in a widespread and unrestrained/uncontrolled manner;

e.g. The rumors spread rife about how he had acquired his wealth.



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