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:

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.

Definition of steep adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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;

Nov 29, 2025 · steep (plural steeps) The steep side of a mountain etc.; a slope or acclivity. quotations

1. Having a sharp inclination; precipitous. 2. At a rapid or precipitous rate: a steep rise in imports.

steep adjective (CHANGE) A steep increase or fall in something is very big and quick: a steep rise in prices

steep adjective [-er/-est only] (TOO HIGH) (esp. of prices) too high; more than is reasonable: