1. having a steep slope or cliff-like face; characterized by an escarpment
Usage: often used in geology and geography to describe terrain

Examples

• The escarped hillside rose dramatically from the valley floor.
• Geologists studied the escarped terrain to understand the region's geological history.
• The escarped cliffs along the coast were a popular destination for hikers.
• The fortress was built on an escarped ridge for defensive advantage.
• The escarped face of the mountain made climbing extremely dangerous.