precipitous

precipitous is an   Adverb

Definition:

[1] Steep, like a precipice; as, a precipitous cliff or mountain.

[2] Headlong; as, precipitous fall.

[3] Hasty; rash; quick; sudden; precipitate; as, precipitous attempts. Sir T. Browne. "Marian`s low, precipitous `Hush!`" Mrs. Browning. -- Pre*cip"i*tous*ly, adv. -- Pre*cip"i*tous*ness, n.

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