steep, abrupt, precipitous, sheer mean having an incline approaching the perpendicular. steep implies such sharpness of pitch that ascent or descent is very difficult.

steep adjective (TOO MUCH) informal (especially of prices) too much, or more than is reasonable:

Definition of steep adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. (comparative steeper, superlative steepest) (of a slope, hill, etc.) rising or falling quickly, not gradually. The path grew …

to soak in water or other liquid, as to soften, cleanse, or extract some constituent: to steep tea in boiling-hot water; to steep reeds for basket weaving. to wet thoroughly in or with a liquid;

STEEP definition: having an almost vertical slope or pitch, or a relatively high gradient, as a hill, an ascent, stairs, etc. See examples of steep used in a sentence.

To undergo a soaking in liquid: Let the tea steep for five minutes. n. 1. a. The act or process of steeping.

Dec 14, 2025 · steep (plural steeps) The steep side of a mountain etc.; a slope or acclivity. quotations

A steep increase or decrease in something is a very big increase or decrease. Consumers are rebelling at steep price increases.

noun A liquid, bath, or solution in which something is steeped. from The Century Dictionary. Having an almost perpendicular slope; precipitous; sheer. Elevated; high; lofty. Excessive; difficult; forbidding: …

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