IELTS Anvil

slope

CEFR: B1

A surface of which one end or side is at a higher level than another; an inclined incline or hill.

Synonyms

gradient
incline
declivity

Common Collocations

steep slope
downward slope
gentle slope

Example Sentence

Excessive slopes on pedestrian ramps pose severe tipping hazards for manual wheelchair users.

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