rife
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more rife
Superlative
most rife
1
widespread and often associated with something harmful or undesirable
- Scams are rife during holiday shopping seasons.
- Tension was rife among the striking workers.
- Misinformation was rife throughout the community.
- Conflict was rife throughout the land.
- Rumors were rife after the announcement.
2
containing a large amount of something that is usually unpleasant
- The report indicated that the town was rife with corruption and unethical practices.
- The city streets were rife with potholes, making driving a frustrating experience.
- During the summer, the area was rife with mosquitoes, making outdoor activities difficult.
- The internet is often rife with misinformation, making it hard to distinguish facts from rumors.
- The forest was rife with mosquitoes during the summer months.