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steeps

adjective(steep)

greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation

Synonyms: exorbitant, extortionate, outrageous, unconscionable, usurious,

steeps

verb(steep)

devote (oneself) fully to

Synonyms: absorb, engross, engulf, immerse, plunge, soak up,

steeps

verb(steep)

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

Synonyms: infuse,

Examples:

Steep the blossoms in oil.
Steep the fruit in alcohol.

steeps

noun(steep)

a steep place (as on a hill)

steeps

adjective(steep)

having a sharp inclination

Antonyms: gradual,

Examples:

The steep attic stairs.
Steep cliffs.

steeps

adjective(steep)

of a slope; set at a high angle

Examples:

Note the steep incline.
A steep roof sheds snow.

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