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
distinctionthe act of perceiving someone or something as being not the same and often treating as separate or different : the distinguishing of a difference
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
malcontenta discontented person:
sophomoricconceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
writheto twist into coils or folds
platonicof, relating to, or characteristic of Plato or Platonism
laudpraise
bastarda child born to parents who are not married to each other
bouillona clear seasoned soup made usually from lean beef
swerveto turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate