rampant

adjective

UK/ˈræm.pᵊnt/
US/ˈræm.pᵊnt/

Definitions of rampant adjective

spread

  1. Spreading or developing quickly and uncontrollably; widespread and unchecked (used for negative things).

    • a rampant culture of graft and corruption

    • Unemployment became rampant during the economic recession.

    • The rampant crime in the area has left residents in fear.

posture

  1. After noun

    (In heraldry) standing on the hind legs with the forelegs raised, depicted in profile.

    • The shield featured a lion rampant.