GRE Word List

DRASTIC

acting rapidly or violently

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

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WordMeaning
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
outlandishof or relating to another country : foreign
indentationthe blank space produced by indenting : indention
cerebrationto use the mind : think
mutedbeing mute : silent
longevitya long duration of individual life
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case