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steeper

 

[ ˈstiːpər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

angle incline

Steeper refers to something that has a greater slope or incline. It describes the degree to which a surface rises or falls over a distance. For example, a hill can be described as steeper if it rises quickly in comparison to a more gradual incline. The term can also be used to compare various slopes, indicating that one is less manageable or more challenging to navigate.

Synonyms

abrupt, ascendant, inclined, sloped

Examples of usage

  • The mountain trail becomes steeper as we ascend.
  • This road is steeper than the last one we traveled.
  • When skiing, it's critical to assess how steep the slopes are.

Translations

Translations of the word "steeper" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais íngreme

🇮🇳 तीखा

🇩🇪 steiler

🇮🇩 lebih curam

🇺🇦 крутіший

🇵🇱 stromszy

🇯🇵 急な

🇫🇷 plus raide

🇪🇸 más empinado

🇹🇷 daha dik

🇰🇷 더 가파른

🇸🇦 أكثر انحدارًا

🇨🇿 strmější

🇸🇰 strmší

🇨🇳 更陡峭的

🇸🇮 bol strm

🇮🇸 brattari

🇰🇿 түп-түз

🇬🇪 მაღალი

🇦🇿 daha dik

🇲🇽 más empinado

Word origin

The word 'steeper' comes from the Old English term 'stēap', which means high or steep, and has its roots in Germanic languages. The adjective 'steep' originally described not just physical slopes but also metaphorical distances. The term evolved to include various applications, including steep prices or steep learning curves. In its comparative form, 'steeper' specifically highlights a degree of inclination that is greater than a referenced standard, making it a relative term based on context. Usage of the term has been documented in literature dating back several centuries, reflecting its consistent relevance in discussing both physical and abstract concepts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,341, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.