GRE Word List

RIFE

prevalent especially to an increasing degree

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

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WordMeaning
judiciarya system of courts of law
rankrelative standing or position
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
innateexisting in, belonging to, or determined by factors present in an individual from birth : native
viandan item of food
palmany of a family (Palmae synonym Arecaceae) of mostly tropical or subtropical monocotyledonous trees, shrubs, or vines with usually a simple stem and a terminal crown of large pinnate or fan-shaped leaves
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
accordto grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
pitfalltrap