Rife--7.1

Where I Found it

I didn't necessarily come across or find this word, it found me. Whil I was writing my annotated bibliography, I was writing about how a student came from a neighborhood that was rife with poverty and crime. Once I had that written, I realized I was not sure if I used the word correctly because I was not sure what it meant, but it sounded right, and it came to me naturally.

Level of Familiarity

I am not sure where I heard or encountered this word before, but since I was able to use it correctly, and it just popped into my heda as being a good fit, then I am sure I have encountered it multiple times. I thought it meant "full of".

What it Means

Dictionary.com defines Rife as:
1. of common or frequent occurrence; prevalent; in widespread existence, activity, or use

2. current in speech or report: Rumors are rife that the government is in financial difficulty. 

3. abundant, plentiful, or numerous.

4. abounding (usually followed by with )

 

Reflective Commentary

 

I chose this word because I thought it was interesting how the word came to me yet I didn't really know I knew it. Like, it sounded right, and I was pretty sure it made sense, but...I didn't really now the word. This just demonstrates the complexity of word awareness and knowledge!