GRE Word List
DRASTIC
acting rapidly or violently
The meaning of the word drastic is acting rapidly or violently.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| dynamic | marked by usually continuous and productive activity or change |
| smolder | to burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke |
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| alcove | a small recessed section of a room : nook |
| pulverize | to reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize |
| omniscient | having infinite awareness, understanding, and insight |
| expenditure | the act or process of expending |
| pithy | consisting of or abounding in pith |
| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |