steepness

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steepness

The steepness of the hill makes the climb difficult.

Definition

Noun: - The quality or state of being steep; a high degree of inclination or slope. It refers to the property of a surface, especially a slope or hill, that rises or falls at a sharp, severe, or nearly vertical angle.

Usage

"Steepness" is used to describe the angle or gradient of a slope. It is a measurable property often discussed in contexts like geography, engineering, construction, and outdoor activities. It is a neutral, descriptive term.

Examples
  • The steepness of the mountain trail made the hike extremely challenging.
  • Engineers had to calculate the steepness of the embankment to ensure its stability.
  • The road sign warned drivers of the sudden steepness of the hill ahead.
Advanced Usage
  • Mathematical/Technical Context: In mathematics and engineering, steepness is often quantified as a gradient, slope, or angle of elevation (e.g., "a steepness of 30 degrees" or "a 45% gradient").
  • Figurative Use: While less common, "steepness" can be used figuratively to describe a rapid, severe, or challenging increase in non-physical things, though this often uses the adjective "steep" instead (e.g., "the steepness of the learning curve").
Variants and Related Words
  • Steep (adjective): Having a sharp slope or gradient (e.g., a steep cliff).
  • Steeply (adverb): In a steep manner (e.g., The path rose steeply).
  • Gradient (noun): A more technical synonym for the degree of steepness.
  • Incline (noun): A slope, which can have varying degrees of steepness.
Synonyms
  • Precipitousness: The quality of being very steep or perpendicular (often implies danger).
  • Abruptness: Sudden steepness or sharpness of slope.
  • Sheerness: Extreme steepness, like that of a cliff face.
Antonyms
  • Gentleness: The quality of having a mild or gradual slope.
  • Flatness: The state of being level, without slope or steepness.
Related Phrases and Collocations
  • Degree of steepness: A phrase specifying the measurement of how steep something is.
  • Sheer steepness: Emphasizes extreme, vertical steepness.
  • To assess/measure the steepness: A common phrase in technical and recreational contexts.
steepness

The steepness of the hill makes the climb difficult.

Noun
  1. the property possessed by a slope that is very steep

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