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rampant

/ræmˈpænt/ adjective · British & US
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What does rampant mean?

adjective

Running or spreading unchecked; uncontrolled. Used to describe something that is growing or spreading rapidly, often in a way that is considered excessive or unmanageable.

Example

"The rampant growth of social media has led to concerns about online privacy."

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