deprest

/dɪˈprɛst/

Definitions

1. verb

past tense of depress, to lower or press downwards

“The storm caused the trees to deprest their branches.”

2. noun

a slope or incline, especially one formed by erosion

“The deprest area of the riverbank was prone to landslides.”

3. noun

a downward slope or incline

“The deprest of the mountain made it difficult to climb.”

Synonyms

  • depressed
  • sloped

Antonyms

  • elevated
  • uplifted