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Definition of steepen

steepen

/ˈstiːpən/
steep · en
Adverb:steeply
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Adjective:steep
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Past Simple:steepened
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Past Participle:steepened
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Present Participle:steepening
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steepen Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To make or become steeper or more sharply inclined (of a slope, path, or angle).

Example

"The mountain trail began to steepen considerably as we approached the summit ridge."

2

To increase rapidly or make more severe, extreme, or pronounced (especially of prices, financial yield curves, or penalties).

Example

"Central bank policymakers watched closely as the bond yield curve continued to steepen throughout the quarter."

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• Rhymes for steepen

• Nearby Words

steely
steenbok
steep
steepen
steeple
steeplechase
steeplechaser

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Steepen. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/steepen
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