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Precipitious

Description

Precipitious is an adjective that is used to describe something that is done hastily, abruptly, or without careful consideration. It can also refer to something that is extremely steep or sheer in nature.

Examples

As an adjective describing speed or haste:

• They made a precipitious decision without thinking it through, and now they are facing the consequences.
• The company's precipitious growth in sales took everyone by surprise.

As an adjective describing steepness or sheer nature:

• The hiker cautiously maneuvered down the precipitious slope.
• The mountain range is known for its precipitious cliffs that offer a breathtaking view.

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