Word
steeper
Phoneticssteep·er
US/ˈstipɝ/
UK/stˈiːpɐ/
Definition
adj. having a greater slope or angle than something else. You use this to describe a hill, a path, or a price increase that is more extreme.
adj. having a greater degree of slope or incline than another object. Often used to describe a more significant increase in price, cost, or intensity.
Examples
“The second hill is much steeper than the first one.”
“The government announced a steeper tax on luxury goods to help fund the new hospital.”
“As the climbers reached the final ridge, the terrain became significantly steeper, requiring them to use specialized gear to maintain their balance.”
Examples
simple
“The second hill is much steeper than the first one.”
contextual
“The government announced a steeper tax on luxury goods to help fund the new hospital.”
complex
“As the climbers reached the final ridge, the terrain became significantly steeper, requiring them to use specialized gear to maintain their balance.”
Real-World Examples
“But among Hispanic Americans, the drop has been even steeper: from 77% to 42% .” Word family
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