GRE Word List

DRASTIC

acting rapidly or violently

The meaning of the word drastic is acting rapidly or violently.

Random words

WordMeaning
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender
scrimmagea minor battle : skirmish
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
prodigiouscausing amazement or wonder
stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
retributionrecompense
derangedmentally unsound : crazy
carousala wild, drunken party or celebration : a drunken revel : carouse
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable