steeply Definition
- 1rising or falling sharply
- 2in a steep manner
Using steeply: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "steeply" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The road rose steeply up the hill.
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The stock market fell steeply yesterday.
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The price of oil has risen steeply in recent months.
steeply Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for steeply
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Summary: steeply in Brief
The adverb 'steeply' [ˈstiːpli] describes a sharp rise or fall, such as a road or a stock market. It can also mean 'in a steep manner.' Examples include 'The road rose steeply up the hill' and 'The price of oil has risen steeply in recent months.'