How to Pronounce "rampant"
word
ˈɹæmpənt
RAM-puhnt
ɹˈæmpənt
RAM-puhnt
Definition
If something is rampant, it is spreading very quickly and is difficult to control, often used for negative things like crime, disease, or rumors.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹæmpənt
British English
ɹˈæmpənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAM-puhnt
UK
RAM-puhnt
Listen in Context
Crime is rampant in the city after dark.
The disease became rampant in rural areas.
Rumors were rampant after the announcement.
Corruption was rampant in the government before the changes.