proliferate
Translation
to proliferate, to multiply, to increase rapidly
Examples
Rumors began to proliferate online.
Rumours began to proliferate online.
Cancer cells can proliferate quickly.
Cancer cells can proliferate quickly.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to increase rapidly in number; to multiply Fake news stories proliferate on the internet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: multiply, increase, spread; Antonyms: decrease, dwindle
Etymology
From Latin 'proles' (offspring) + 'ferre' (to bear, carry). Literally 'to bear offspring'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'pro-life-rate' - a high rate of new life, suggesting a rapid increase in numbers.