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precipitous

1 of 1adjective
/prɪˈsɪpɪtəs/
Forms:more precipitous,most precipitous
1

being made or carried out in a hurrying way that lacked thoughtful consideration

  • Critics argued the policy overhaul was too precipitous and did not allow for public comment.
  • The stock market plunge was seen by some as an overreaction or precipitous response not backed by fundamentals.
  • His precipitous resignation appeared to be an ill-advised move made without fully thinking it through.
Synonyms:
overhastyprecipitantprecipitatehasty
2

having a high and steep slope, where one may fall

  • As they reached the summit, they were greeted by a breathtaking view of the precipitous valley below.
  • The climbers secured themselves to the ropes as they carefully made their way down the precipitous rock wall.
  • Ascending the precipitous slope requires skill and determination.
Synonyms:
sharpabrupt