GRE Word List

DRASTIC

acting rapidly or violently

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

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WordMeaning
inhibitedto prohibit from doing something
homogeneousof the same or a similar kind or nature
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
exceptwith the exclusion or exception of
jaundicedaffected with or as if with jaundice
fervidvery hot : burning
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning
steadfastfirmly fixed in place : immovable
tacitexpressed or carried on without words or speech