1. superlative form of steep: having the greatest slope or incline
2. superlative form of steep: most expensive or unreasonable in price
Usage: informal

Examples

• This is the steepest hill in the neighborhood.
• The steepest part of the mountain trail requires climbing gear.
• That restaurant has the steepest prices in town.
• The steepest decline in sales occurred last quarter.
• We took the steepest route to reach the summit faster.
• The steepest learning curve comes in the first month.