GRE Word List
DRASTIC
acting rapidly or violently
The meaning of the word drastic is acting rapidly or violently.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| insomnia | prolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep |
| stint | a period of time spent at a particular activity |
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| legato | in a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones) |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| stem | the main trunk of a plant |
| forlorn | bereft |
| synthetic | relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic |