Steep implies such sharpness of pitch that ascent or descent is very difficult. Sheer adjective (thin) sheer clothing or material is so thin, light, and delicate that you can see through it See examples of sheer used in a sentence. Extending down or up very steeply Sheer [size, strength, expanse, number, weight, amount, force], [amazed, surprised, overwhelmed] by the sheer [size] of it, that was sheer stupidity!, more. Definition of sheer adjective in oxford advanced learner's dictionary
Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. Used to emphasize the amount or degree of something Quotations the army's sheer size made it impossible to resist. You can use sheer to emphasize that a state or situation is complete and does not involve or is not mixed with anything else. Discover the meaning of 'sheer', explore its usage in everyday language, popular idioms, and fun facts that make this word fascinating Perfect for learners and curious minds!
