GRE Word List

DRASTIC

acting rapidly or violently

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

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paragona model of excellence or perfection
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance
fervidvery hot : burning
clota portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum)
girtha band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
sturdyfirmly built or constituted : stout
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
monographa learned treatise on a small area of learning