Rampant

usgb/ˈræmpənt/
adjective

If something bad or unwanted is rampant, it is growing or spreading uncontrollably.

The rumors about the celebrity's secret wedding are rampant in Hollywood.
Visual representation of "rampant" - If something bad or unwanted is rampant, it is growing or spreading uncontrollably.
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Negative Connotation

The word 'rampant' often implies something is negative or harmful when it's spreading unchecked.

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Fake news is rampant on social media platforms.
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Intensity

Use 'rampant' to emphasize the intense and uncontrolled nature of something.

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Crime was rampant in the deteriorated neighborhood.
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Unwanted Growth

Rampant is typically associated with growth that is unwanted or problematic.

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Weeds are rampant in the abandoned lot.
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