rife
adjectiveUK /raɪf/
US /raɪf/
If something bad is rife, it is happening a lot everywhere.
Rumors were rife after the game was canceled.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Full of something, especially something unpleasant.
The old house was rife with dust and cobwebs.
3. Happening often or in large numbers.
Disease was rife in the crowded camp.
4. Commonly found or widely reported.
Speculation was rife about who would win.