1. having a sharp incline; rising or falling at a sharp angle
2. unreasonably high in price or amount
Usage: informal

1. to soak in liquid in order to extract flavor or soften
2. to fill with or involve deeply in something

1. a steep slope or cliff
Usage: literary

Examples

• The steep hill was difficult to climb.
• That restaurant has steep prices for such small portions.
• She steeped the tea leaves for five minutes.
• The old castle sits on a rocky steep.
• The hiking trail becomes very steep near the summit.
• Let the herbs steep in hot water to make the remedy.
• The town is steeped in ancient traditions.