Precipitous Meaning, Definitions, Synonyms & Antonyms

Precipitous [pri-sip-i-tuhs]

ADJECTIVE

Example

“We observed a precipitous decline in the price of the product this year.”

“The precipitous intervention of the government was not appreciated.”

Synonyms

Accelerate, Hasten, Sudden, Rapid, Swift, Steep, Abrupt

Antonyms

Block, Check, Halt, Slow, Sluggish, Light, Delayed