GRE Word List

DRASTIC

acting rapidly or violently

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

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WordMeaning
sublimatesublime
gangrenelocal death of soft tissues due to loss of blood supply
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realmkingdom
eruditehaving or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition
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remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate