drastic

== English == === Alternative forms === drastick (obsolete) === Etymology === From Ancient Greek δραστικός (drastikós, “active, efficient”), from δρᾶσις (drâsis, “strength, efficacy”), itself from δράω (dráō, “to do”). === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈdɹæs.tɪk/ Rhymes: -æstɪk (UK, rare) IPA(key): /ˈdrɑːstɪk/ === Adjective === drastic (comparative more drastic, superlative most drastic) Having a strong or far-reaching effect; extreme, severe. (Orig. of medicine) Acting rapidly or violently. ==== Usage notes ==== This word typically has a negative connotation. When describing positive, neutral, or non-frightening things, a less loaded synonym such as dramatic may be preferred instead. [3] ==== Synonyms ==== (severe): draconian ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Noun === drastic (plural drastics) A powerful, fast-acting purgative medicine. === References === === Anagrams === cardist == Romanian == === Etymology === Borrowed from French drastique. === Adjective === drastic m or n (feminine singular drastică, masculine plural drastici, feminine/neuter plural drastice) drastic ==== Declension ====