Meaning & Definition of word "Rampant"

Rampant

/ˈræm.pənt/

1. flourishing or spreading unchecked; rampant can imply an excess or lack of restraint.
- Example: The weeds in the garden grew rampant after the heavy rains.
2. prevailing or widespread, often used in reference to something negative.
- Example: Corruption was rampant in the government, leading to public outrage.
3. growing or extending outwards; often used to describe animals or plants.
- Example: The rampant vine spread across the fence, covering it entirely.
4. unrestrained or uncontrolled, especially in behavior or activity.
- Example: His rampant enthusiasm for the project motivated the entire team.

Middle English, from Old French 'rampant', from the verb 'ramper' meaning 'to climb'.

rampant speculation:

Widespread and often unfounded beliefs or theories.

rampant inflation:

Significantly high levels of inflation that are uncontrolled.

rampage:

A violent or excited spree.

rampart:

A defensive wall or fortification.

Meaning: Out of control, often used to describe wild behavior.

Example Sentence: After that party, things got rampant and we lost track of time.

Meaning: Being excessive or extreme in one's actions.

Example Sentence: His rampant enthusiasm for the project was infectious.