GRE Word List
DRASTIC
acting rapidly or violently
The meaning of the word drastic is acting rapidly or violently.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| imbroglio | an acutely painful or embarrassing misunderstanding |
| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| disparity | a noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity |
| ramshackle | appearing ready to collapse : rickety |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| decree | an order usually having the force of law |
| epicurean | of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism |
| foresight | an act or the power of foreseeing : prescience |
| threadbare | having the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby |
| lull | to cause to sleep or rest : soothe |