steep

Greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation.

Having a sharp inclination.

“the steep attic stairs”

“steep cliffs”

Of a slope; set at a high angle.

“note the steep incline”

“a steep roof sheds snow”

Devote (oneself) fully to.

Let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse.

“steep the blossoms in oil”

“steep the fruit in alcohol”

A steep place (as on a hill).