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Comparative
more precipitous
Superlative
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.
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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.