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(ac-cliv-i-tous) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. referring to a slope that is inclined upward.

Example Sentence

The path through the forest was acclivitous, making the hike more challenging.

More Example Sentences

They walked up the acclivitous hill slowly.

Synonyms

sloping; inclined; rising

Antonyms

descending; downhill

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