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steep vs extortionate

extortionate vs steep

steep is a noun but extortionate is not a noun.

steep and extortionate both are adjectives.

steep is a verb but extortionate is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
steep Yes Yes Yes No
extortionate No Yes No No
As adjectives, steep and extortionate are synonyms defined as:
  • steep and extortionate: greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
Other synonyms of steep include exorbitant, outrageous, unconscionable, usurious.
steep (noun) extortionate (noun)
a steep place (as on a hill)
steep (adjective) extortionate (adjective)
having a sharp inclination greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
of a slope; set at a high angle
greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
steep (verb) extortionate (verb)
let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse
devote (oneself) fully to
Difference between steep and extortionate

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