Word: STEEP
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Definition of STEEP
- The steep side of a mountain etc.; a slope or acclivity.
- Of a near-vertical gradient; of a slope, surface, curve, etc. that proceeds upward at an angle near vertical.
"a steep hill or mountain; a steep roof; a steep ascent; a steep barometric gradient"
- Expensive
"Twenty quid for a shave? That's a bit steep."
- Difficult to access; not easy reached; lofty; elevated; high.
- A liquid used in a steeping process
"Corn steep has many industrial uses."
- A rennet bag.
- (middle voice) To soak or wet thoroughly.
"The tea is steeping."
- To imbue with something; to be deeply immersed in.
"The learned of the nation were steeped in Latin."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "steep" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "steep" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STEEP a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is STEEP worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in STEEP? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing STEEP:
- # the steep effect
- # master of steep
- # playing with steep
- # in terms of steep
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