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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
| pedestal | the support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration |
| proximity | the quality or state of being proximate : closeness |
| antique | existing since or belonging to earlier times : ancient |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| prologue | the preface or introduction to a literary work |
| connivance | the act of conniving |
| rustle | to make or cause a rustle |
| imbibe | drink |