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drastic

/ˈdɹɑːs.tɪk/

noun

Meaning

  • A powerful, fast-acting purgative medicine.

adjective

Meaning

  • Having a strong or far-reaching effect; extreme, severe.

    "If our third attempt fails, we may need drastic ideas."

  • Acting rapidly or violently.

Synonyms

draconian