Precipitously Meaning in English
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Definition
In a very sudden, steep, or dramatic way; often used to describe a rapid drop or change.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in written, formal, or academic English. Commonly describes drops in numbers (like prices or population), or physical landscapes (steep slopes). Avoid using for gradual or positive changes. Often confused with 'rapidly,' but emphasizes steepness or dramatic change.
Example Sentences
The mountain rises precipitously above the lake.
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His health declined precipitously after the accident.
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Prices fell precipitously during the crisis.
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Attendance at the event dropped precipitously after the rain started.
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The road twists precipitously through the mountains, so drive carefully.
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Our profits could fall precipitously if the market changes.
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