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Precipitous

Adjective

1. Steep or sheer:

Definition: Having a very steep incline or slope.

Example sentence: The hikers cautiously made their way up the precipitous mountain trail.

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2. Done suddenly without careful thought:

Definition: Acting or done hastily, without proper consideration.

Example sentence: His precipitous decision to quit his job without arranging another source of income left him in a difficult situation.

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Adverb

1. Done with excessive haste:

Definition: In a hasty and hurried manner.

Example sentence: The chef chopped the vegetables precipitously, risking injury due to his haste.

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Noun

1. A steep place or slope:

Definition: A precipitous location or area characterized by a steep descent.

Example sentence: The mountain climber carefully rappelled down the precipitous.

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2. A sudden or abrupt fall or decline:

Definition: A drastic and rapid decrease or decline.

Example sentence: The company's stock experienced a precipitous drop after news of the scandal broke.

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