steep (adj.)

  1. having a sharp inclination; the steep attic stairs; steep cliffs'

    steep (n.)

  1. a steep place (as on a hill)

    steep (adj.)

  1. greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation; exorbitant rent; extortionate prices; spends an outrageous amount on entertainment; usurious interest rate; unconscionable spending

    [ Syn: exorbitant , extortionate , outrageous , unconscionable , usurious ]

  2. of a slope; set at a high angle; note the steep incline; a steep roof sheds snow'

    steep (v.)

  1. devote (oneself) fully to; He immersed himself into his studies

    [ Syn: immerse , engulf , plunge , engross , absorb , soak up ]

  2. let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse; steep the blossoms in oil; steep the fruit in alcohol

    [ Syn: infuse ]

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