precipitously (Meaning)

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precipitously (r)

very suddenly and to a great degree

abruptly; in a precipitous manner

The company's stock value plummeted precipitously after the CEO's financial misconduct was exposed.
The hikers descended the mountain precipitously, their footing treacherous on the steep slope.
The tornado's destructive force swept through the town, precipitously leveling homes and businesses.
The patient's health declined precipitously over the weekend, forcing an emergency medical intervention.
The waterfall cascaded precipitously into the pool below, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.
The airline's profit margins have dropped precipitously due to rising fuel costs and competition.
The population of the island precipitously declined after a devastating hurricane wiped out entire communities.
The temperature plummeted precipitously overnight, catching people off guard and causing widespread discomfort.
The bridge had to be closed for repairs after a large section collapsed precipitously during rush hour.
The stock market correction occurred precipitously, leaving investors reeling from significant losses.

very suddenly and to a great degree, abruptly; in a precipitous manner

hastily, impulsively, hurriedly, precipitately, cursorily, headlong, abruptly, hotfoot,rashly, automatically

deliberately,deliberately, haltingly, hesitatingly, studiedly, hesitantly, circumspectly, circumspectly, studiedly, slowly

The company's stock value plummeted precipitously after the CEO's financial misconduct was exposed.

The hikers descended the mountain precipitously, their footing treacherous on the steep slope.

The tornado's destructive force swept through the town, precipitously leveling homes and businesses.

The patient's health declined precipitously over the weekend, forcing an emergency medical intervention.