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precipitous

adjective

/prɪˈsɪpɪtəs/

Meaning

Extremely steep or sudden; done quickly without careful consideration.

The hikers struggled to climb the precipitous slope.

a precipitous decline

steep, abrupt, sudden, sharp, hasty

gentle, gradual, cautious

precipitous slope, precipitous decline, precipitous fall, precipitous decision

relating to a highly ornate and extravagant style of art, architecture, or music from the 17th and e...

personal; confidential; not public; individual

having complete knowledge; all-knowing

Acting independently or having the freedom to do so.

lacking happiness or comfort; gloomy; depressing; without cheer

indebted or obliged to someone for a service or help