How do you pronounce precipitous?

precipitous is pronounced as /prɪˈsɪpɪtəs/.

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precipitous

⛰️precipitous

adjective

/prɪˈsɪpɪtəs/

precipitation precis

Meaning

Extremely steep or sudden; done quickly without careful consideration.

Example Sentences

The hikers struggled to climb the precipitous slope.

Example Expressions

a precipitous decline

Synonyms

steep, abrupt, sudden, sharp, hasty

Antonyms

gentle, gradual, cautious

Collocations

precipitous slope, precipitous decline, precipitous fall, precipitous decision

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