suddenly; unexpectedly; abruptly or precipitously

precipitous; having a very steep or nearly vertical slope

steep slope; steep incline

to increase suddenly and sharply

steep cliff; precipice; vertical slope like a wall

To change abruptly or precipitously; to undergo a sudden shift in status or situation.

steep cliff; precipice

(of mountain terrain) high and steep; precipitous

steep and straight; rising or falling vertically; precipitous

to stand upright; to rise vertically, used to describe buildings or mountain peaks

degree of steepness; gradient

steeply sloped; precipitous

steep and dangerous; sharply vertical

very steep and straight, as if cut by a knife; sheer

The mountains are high and the paths are steep; used to describe a treacherous or difficult journey

a sudden and sharp decrease, especially in prices or market value

suddenly; abruptly; describes a sudden change in appearance or state