Definition

The condition of being widespread or uncontrolled, often in a negative way.

Example

The rampancy of weeds in the garden made it difficult for the flowers to grow.

Conversation

Did you hear about the rampancy of weeds in the garden this year?

Yeah, it's been really bad — I think it's the warm weather.

Exactly! It's like they just took over everything.

We should probably do something before they spread even more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rampancy → It is formed from "ramp" (from Middle English *rampe*, meaning to rear up or leap) and the suffix "-ancy" (meaning a state or quality of). The word "rampancy" refers to the state of being rampant or growing wildly.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that is 'leaping up' or 'growing wildly' — that's what rampancy means, reflecting the quality of being rampant.

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