How Do You Spell STEEPEN?

Pronunciation: [stˈiːpən] (IPA)

The word "steepen" is spelled with two "e's" and a "p" in the middle. It is pronounced as /stiː.pən/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The first syllable is stressed and pronounced as "stee", followed by the "p" sound in the middle and then the ending "en" sound. The word means to become steeper or to make something steeper. It is commonly used in outdoor activities such as hiking, where the terrain can steepen quickly and require extra effort to climb.

STEEPEN Meaning and Definition

1. The verb "steepen" refers to the act of increasing or intensifying the angle, gradient, or inclination of something. It predominantly describes a change in the steepness of a slope, gradient, or pathway, making it more precipitous or inclined. By making something steeper, the level of incline or tilt becomes sharper, more abrupt, or more pronounced.

   When used in a literal sense, "steepen" often applies to natural or physical features, such as hills, mountains, roads, stairs, or hillsides. For example, if a hiking trail gradually inclines and then suddenly becomes much steeper, this could be described as "steepening".

   Beyond physical terrain, "steepen" can also have metaphorical or figurative connotations, referring to the increase or intensification of non-physical aspects. This can include concepts such as challenges, difficulties, risks, expectations, or emotions. For instance, if a situation becomes progressively more demanding or arduous, it can be said to "steepen".

   Overall, "steepen" conveys the notion of a change towards a more abrupt or acute angle, whether regarding a physical slope or a metaphorical transition. It highlights the action of increasing the incline or intensity, often describing a noticeable and significant shift towards a steeper or more challenging state.

2. To become steep.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for STEEPEN

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• SteepNc
• Stepeni
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• steopon
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• Steelpenn
• Steefend
• Steeepend

Etymology of STEEPEN

The word "steepen" is derived from the noun "steep", which dates back to the 14th century. "Steep" originally meant "to soak in liquid", particularly in relation to dyeing cloth. This sense of immersing an object in a liquid gradually evolved to mean "to soak to the point of saturation". In the 16th century, the term "steep" began being used metaphorically to describe a slope or incline that is difficult to traverse due to its sharpness. From this sense, the verb "to steepen" emerged during the 19th century, referring to the action of making something steeper or more inclined.

Similar spelling words for STEEPEN

• Stephan,
• steffens,
• Stepanie,
• stefanski,
• Stefano,
• Stephine,
• stevenson,
• Stefan,
• Stefani,
• Stephens,
• stipend,
• step-in,
• Stefaniak,
• stefanik,
• step on,
• Stephane,
• Stephenie,
• stephans,
• Stephani,
• stephenson,
• stupendous,
• Stefany,
• Steffen,
• stebbins,
• stevens,
• steffensen,
• steepness,
• Steffan,
• steuben,
• Stefanie,
• Stefania,
• Stephany,
• Steffenson,
• stiffen,
• step in,
• Stephnie,
• Steven,
• stewpan,
• stephen,
• Stepney.

Conjugate verb Steepen

CONDITIONAL

I would steepen

you would steepen

he/she/it would steepen

we would steepen

they would steepen

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be steepening

you would be steepening

he/she/it would be steepening

we would be steepening

they would be steepening

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have steepen

you would have steepen

he/she/it would have steepen

we would have steepen

they would have steepen

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been steepening

you would have been steepening

he/she/it would have been steepening

we would have been steepening

they would have been steepening

FUTURE

I will steepen

you will steepen

he/she/it will steepen

we will steepen

they will steepen

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be steepening

you will be steepening

he/she/it will be steepening

we will be steepening

they will be steepening

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have steepened

you will have steepened

he/she/it will have steepened

we will have steepened

they will have steepened

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been steepening

you will have been steepening

he/she/it will have been steepening

we will have been steepening

they will have been steepening

IMPERATIVE

you steepen

we let´s steepen

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to steepen

PAST

I steepened

you steepened

he/she/it steepened

we steepened

they steepened

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was steepening

you were steepening

he/she/it was steepening

we were steepening

they were steepening

PAST PARTICIPLE

steepened

PAST PERFECT

I had steepened

you had steepened

he/she/it had steepened

we had steepened

they had steepened

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been steepening

you had been steepening

he/she/it had been steepening

we had been steepening

they had been steepening

PRESENT

I steepen

you steepen

he/she/it steepens

we steepen

they steepen

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am steepening

you are steepening

he/she/it is steepening

we are steepening

they are steepening

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

steepening

PRESENT PERFECT

I have steepened

you have steepened

he/she/it has steepened

we have steepened

they have steepened

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been steepening

you have been steepening

he/she/it has been steepening

we have been steepening

they have been steepening

I would have steepened

we would have steepened

you would have steepened

he/she/it would have steepened

they would have steepened