Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
steepen
verb
/ˈstiː.pən/
Definition
To make or become steeper.
Examples
- As we approached the mountains, the road began to steepen dramatically.
- The teacher explained how the hill would steepen, making it harder for the hikers.
Meaning
The act of increasing the slope or incline of something.
Synonyms
- incline
- ascend
- rise
- escalate
