GRE Word List

DRASTIC

acting rapidly or violently

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

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WordMeaning
tarnishto dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil
pedigreea register recording a line of ancestors
tawnyof the color tawny
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
discomposeto destroy the composure of
consignto give over to another's care
accrueto come into existence as a legally enforceable claim
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
ruminantan animal that chews the cud