(steep-er) 2 syllables

Definition

adjective. Having a sharp inclination; rising or falling sharply.

Example Sentence

The trail became steeper as we approached the summit.

More Example Sentences

She found the learning curve steeper than she had anticipated.

Synonyms

inclined; precipitous; abrupt

Antonyms

flat; gentle; gradual

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Rhymes

  • beeper
  • cheaper
  • deeper
  • keeper
  • keiper
  • kieper
  • leeper
  • leiper
  • neeper
  • peeper
  • pieper
  • reaper
  • scheper
  • schlieper
  • sleeper
  • steeper
  • streeper
  • sweeper
  • teper
  • weeper