Steep

Quick meaning: Steep is an adjective meaning Of a near-vertical gradient; of a slope, surface, curve, etc. that proceeds upward at an angle near vertical.

Meaning

Of a near-vertical gradient; of a slope, surface, curve, etc. that proceeds upward at an angle near vertical.

More Meanings

1. (informal) Expensive.
2. (of the rake of a ship's mast, or a car's windshield) resulting in a mast or windshield angle that strongly diverges from the perpendicular.
3. The steep side of a mountain etc.; a slope or acclivity.
4. (transitive, middle voice) To soak or wet thoroughly.
5. (intransitive, figurative) To imbue with something; to be deeply immersed in.
6. To make tea (or other beverage) by placing leaves in hot water.
7. (obsolete) Difficult to access; not easy reached; lofty; elevated; high.

Example Sentences

Twenty quid for a shave? That's a bit steep.

Her ears and thoughts in steep amaze erected

The steep rake of the windshield enhances the fast lines of the exterior.

Up these steep walkways cannelured for footpurchase, the free passage of roaches.

Word Forms

• steeper
• steepest
• steeps
• steeping
• steeped

Synonyms for steep

Depending on context, synonyms include brant, hilly, costly, pricey, spendy, big-ticket.

Antonyms for steep

Common opposites include shallow, gentle, easy, gradual.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include immerse, plunge, absorb, sharp, engulf, bold.

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