steep - Similar and Opposite Words

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Noun

a steep place (as on a hill)

Synonyms

• steep

More generic

• declension
• declination
• decline
• declivity
• descent
• downslope
• fall

Verb

let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse

Synonyms

• infuse
• steep

More generic

• imbue
• soak

More specific

• decoct
• draw
• infuse
• marinade
• marinate

Related

• infuse

Verb

devote (oneself) fully to

Synonyms

• absorb
• engross
• engulf
• immerse
• plunge
• soak up
• steep

More generic

• center
• centre
• concentrate
• focus
• pore
• rivet

More specific

• drink
• drink in

Related

• immerse
• plunge

Adjective

having a sharp inclination

Synonyms

• steep

Related

• abrupt
• bluff
• bold
• heavy
• perpendicular
• precipitous
• sharp
• sheer
• steep-sided
• steepish

Opposite / Antonyms

• gradual

Also See

• perpendicular
• vertical

Adjective

of a slope; set at a high angle

Synonyms

• steep

Related

• high

Adjective

greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation

Synonyms

• exorbitant
• extortionate
• outrageous
• steep
• unconscionable
• usurious

Related

• immoderate

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