GRE Word List
DRASTIC
acting rapidly or violently
The meaning of the word drastic is acting rapidly or violently.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| explicit | fully revealed or expressed without vagueness, implication, or ambiguity : leaving no question as to meaning or intent |
| frugality | the quality or state of being frugal : careful management of material resources and especially money : thrift |
| peevish | querulous in temperament or mood : fretful |
| mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
| teetotalism | the principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks |
| diversion | the act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation |
| salutary | producing a beneficial effect : remedial |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| slake | subside |
| testator | a person who dies leaving a will or testament in force |