GRE Word List

RIFE

prevalent especially to an increasing degree

The meaning of the word rife is prevalent especially to an increasing degree.

Random words

WordMeaning
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
maraudto roam about and raid in search of plunder
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
cravenlacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted
perjurythe voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
endueprovide
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
slapto strike sharply with or as if with the open hand