# steeper

/ˈstipɝ/ (US) · /stˈiːpɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/steeper
Updated: 2026-05-29

## Definition

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.

For teachers: 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.

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