precipitously Antonyms
Meaning of precipitously
precipitously (r)
very suddenly and to a great degree
abruptly; in a precipitous manner
precipitously Sentence Examples
- 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.
FAQs About the word precipitously
very suddenly and to a great degree, abruptly; in a precipitous manner
precipitately, hurriedly, impulsively,hastily, headlong, cursorily, abruptly, automatically,rashly, hotfoot
deliberately,deliberately, circumspectly, slowly, hesitatingly, hesitantly, tentatively, studiedly, haltingly, designedly
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.
