precipitous
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/prɪˈsɪpɪtəs/
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/prɪˈsɪpɪtəs/
adjective
R
A very steep and high place, often dangerous.
The mountain had a precipitous cliff that made it hard to climb.
R
A sudden and big change.
The company faced a precipitous fall in sales after the scandal.
R
Done very fast without thinking or care.
He made a precipitous decision without considering the consequences.
translation
A very steep and high place, often dangerous.; A sudden and big change.; Done very fast without thinking or care.