drastic — extreme in effect or action; severe and far-reaching
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: extreme in effect or action; severe and far-reaching
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdræstɪk/
Korean meaning: 극단적인, 급진적인, 극심한
Korean pronunciation: **드래**스틱
Example Sentences
- After losing his phone for the third time, John took drastic action and super-glued it to his hand.
- The government implemented drastic economic reforms to combat inflation.
- She made a drastic career change from accountant to professional ice cream taster.
drastic
ADJECTIVE//ˈdræstɪk//
extreme in effect or action; severe and far-reaching
extreme in effect or action; severe and far-reaching
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Origin
From Greek 'drastikos' meaning 'effective' or 'powerful,' derived from 'dran' meaning 'to do' or 'to act.' The word entered English through Late Latin and French influence.
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“After losing his phone for the third time, John took drastic action and super-glued it to his hand.”
“The government implemented drastic economic reforms to combat inflation.”
“She made a drastic career change from accountant to professional ice cream taster.”
“The drastic weather conditions forced the cancellation of all outdoor events.”
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