rampant
|ram/pant|
C1
/ˈræmpənt/
unchecked growth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'rampant' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'ramper,' where 'ramper' meant 'to climb or creep.'
Historical Evolution
'ramper' transformed into the Middle English word 'rampant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'rampant.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to climb or creep,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'flourishing or spreading unchecked.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
(especially of something unwelcome or unpleasant) flourishing or spreading unchecked.
The disease was rampant in the overcrowded city.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45