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steep

Q: How is the word 'steep' different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of steep are abrupt , precipitous , and sheer . While all these words mean "having an incline approaching the perpendicular," steep implies such sharpness of pitch that ascent or descent is very difficult. // a steep hill // a steep dive

Q: When would 'abrupt' be a good substitute for 'steep'?

In some situations, the words abrupt and steep are roughly equivalent. However, abrupt implies a sharper pitch and a sudden break in the level. // a beach with an abrupt drop-off

Q: When might 'precipitous' be a better fit than 'steep'?

While in some cases nearly identical to steep , precipitous applies to an incline approaching the vertical. // the river winds through a precipitous gorge

Q: When is it sensible to use 'sheer' instead of 'steep'?

Although the words sheer and steep have much in common, sheer suggests an unbroken perpendicular expanse. // sheer cliffs that daunted the climbers

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Synonyms & Antonyms of steep

(Entry 1 of 3)

1 having an incline approaching the perpendicular

a very steep rock face that is nearly impossible to climb

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easy

2 going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount

we would like to hire him, but his salary demands are just too steep

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unrestrained

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minimal,
minimum

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steep

verb

Synonyms & Antonyms of steep (Entry 2 of 3)

1 to cause (as a person) to become filled or saturated with a certain quality or principle

grew up steeped in the ways of his ancestors

a town steeped in history

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clear,
empty

2 to wet thoroughly with liquid

chew fresh ginger that has been steeped in hot water to aid digestion

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marinate,
seethe

presoak

Near Antonyms for steep

dehumidify

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wring (out)

steep

noun

Synonyms & Antonyms of steep (Entry 3 of 3)

as in cliff, bluff

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ridge,
sierra

dome,
sugarloaf

downs

Antonyms & Near Antonyms for steep

lowland

Frequently Asked Questions About steep

How is the word steep different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of steep are abrupt, precipitous, and sheer. While all these words mean "having an incline approaching the perpendicular," steep implies such sharpness of pitch that ascent or descent is very difficult.

a steep hill

a steep dive