English dictionary
steep
adjectiveAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
adjective
- having a sharp inclination
adjective
- of a slope; set at a high angle
adjective
- greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
noun
- a steep place (as on a hill)
verb
- let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse
verb
- devote (oneself) fully to
Example sentences
the steep attic stairs
steep cliffs
note the steep incline
a steep roof sheds snow
exorbitant rent
extortionate prices
spends an outrageous amount on entertainment
usurious interest rate
unconscionable spending
steep the blossoms in oil
steep the fruit in alcohol
He immersed himself into his studies