| Main Entry: | sheer |
| Part of Speech: | adjective |
| Definition: | abrupt, steep |
Synonyms: |
arduous, erect, headlong, perpendicular, precipitate, precipitous, sideling, upright |
| Notes: | shear(s) (noun) are large scissors with strong blades - (verb) to remove fleece, hair, or foliage by cutting or clipping; sheer (adjective) means complete and without restriction or qualification - (verb) turn sharply or change direction abruptly |
Antonyms: |
moderate, slow |