1. existing in large amounts; widespread or common
Usage: often followed by ‘with’

Examples

• The city was rife with rumors about the mayor’s resignation.
• Corruption is rife in that government agency.
• The old building was rife with safety violations.
• During flu season, the school was rife with illness.
• The internet is rife with misinformation about the topic.
• Crime was rife in the neighborhood before the new police program.