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Meaning of word steep from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

steep   noun

Meaning : A steep place (as on a hill).

steep   verb

Meaning : Devote (oneself) fully to.

Example : He immersed himself into his studies.

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

Meaning : Let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse.

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

Synonyms : infuse

steep   adjective

Meaning : Having a sharp inclination.

Example : The steep attic stairs.
Steep cliffs.

(of a topographical gradient) not steep or abrupt.

A gradual slope.
gradual

Meaning : Greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation.

Example : Exorbitant rent.
Extortionate prices.
Spends an outrageous amount on entertainment.
Usurious interest rate.
Unconscionable spending.

Synonyms : exorbitant, extortionate, outrageous, unconscionable, usurious

Meaning : Of a slope. Set at a high angle.

Example : Note the steep incline.
A steep roof sheds snow.

Steep meaning in Telugu.