precipitously
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/prɪˈsɪpɪtəsli/
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/prɪˈsɪpɪtəsli/
adverb
R
very steeply or suddenly
The land dropped precipitously down to the rocky shore, making it hard to climb.
R
very quickly and without caution
The stock prices fell precipitously, causing panic among investors.
R
in a hasty and thoughtless manner
We need to consider our options carefully and not act precipitously.
translation
very steeply or suddenly; very quickly and without caution; in a hasty and thoughtless manner