steep

(noun) a steep place (as on a hill).

(verb) devote (oneself) fully to. Synonyms: immerse, engulf, plunge, engross, absorb, soak up. Examples: "He immersed himself into his studies."

(verb) let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse. Synonyms: infuse. Examples: "Steep the blossoms in oil." "Steep the fruit in alcohol."

(adj) having a sharp inclination. Synonyms: steep (vs. gradual). Examples: "The steep attic stairs." "Steep cliffs."

(adj) greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation. Synonyms: exorbitant, extortionate, outrageous, unconscionable, usurious. Examples: "Exorbitant rent." "Extortionate prices." "Spends an outrageous amount on entertainment." "Usurious interest rate." "Unconscionable spending."

(adj) of a slope; set at a high angle. Examples: "Note the steep incline." "A steep roof sheds snow."