GRE Word List

DRASTIC

acting rapidly or violently

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

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WordMeaning
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
circumlocutionthe use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
influxa coming in
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water
combustiblecapable of combustion
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
enduringlasting