Rife – Widespread; occurs frequently

(Pronounced ryfe (rhymes with life))

To remember the definition of the word rife, use the following mnemonic:

The use of rifles (rife) was widespread; they were everywhere.

Examples of rife in a sentence

The beach is rife with seagulls today. 

My essay, according to my teacher, was rife with errors and needed to be revised.

Some sporting events are rife with cheating.