steep
Pronunciation
Adjective
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Rising or falling sharply, or, of a price, unreasonably high.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The trail up the hill was _____ than they expected."
Answer: steep
In your own words, what does "steep" mean?
Rising or falling sharply, or, of a price, unreasonably high.
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