Definition of Steep
Steep
Steep


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(adjective)
Having a sharp or sudden inclination; very high or excessive.

e.g. The steep mountain trail was challenging for even the most experienced hikers.

(adjective)
(of a price) exorbitant or high;

e.g. The country club has a steep membership fee which I cannot afford at the moment.

(adjective)
exaggerated;

e.g. He made some rather steep accusations about my client, but we have proof to show that he is wrong.

(noun)
a steep mountain slope;

e.g. I have been training to climb the daunting steeps in this country.



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