Definitions
- Describing a slope or incline that rises sharply. - Referring to a steep angle or gradient in a road, hill, or mountain. - Talking about a rapid increase or decrease in value, such as prices or temperature.
- Referring to a sudden change or interruption in a process or event. - Describing an unexpected or unannounced ending or conclusion. - Talking about a sharp or sudden turn or change in direction.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a sudden change or shift.
- 2Both words can be used to describe physical changes, such as slopes or angles.
- 3Both words are adverbs that modify verbs or adjectives.
- 4Both words can be used to describe unexpected events or actions.
What is the difference?
- 1Direction: Steeply describes a sharp upward or downward angle, while abruptly describes a sudden change in direction.
- 2Intensity: Steeply emphasizes the degree of incline or decline, while abruptly emphasizes the suddenness of the change.
- 3Usage: Steeply is more commonly used to describe physical changes, while abruptly can be used for both physical and non-physical changes.
- 4Connotation: Steeply has a neutral connotation, while abruptly can have a negative connotation, implying a lack of warning or preparation.
- 5Frequency: Steeply is less common than abruptly in everyday language.
Remember this!
Steeply and abruptly are both adverbs that describe sudden changes or shifts. However, steeply emphasizes the degree of incline or decline, while abruptly emphasizes the suddenness of the change in direction or intensity. Steeply is more commonly used to describe physical changes, while abruptly can be used for both physical and non-physical changes.
