B1 2K

Drastic

🇬🇧 UK //ˈdræstɪk// 🇺🇸 US //ˈdræstɪk//

Meaning of Drastic

Severe or extreme in effect or action.

In simple words: Very serious or extreme

Drastic in a sentence

• The company made drastic cuts to reduce expenses.
• Her drastic behavior surprised everyone at the party.
• Drastic climate changes are affecting agriculture worldwide.
• They faced drastic consequences for their actions.
• He proposed drastic reforms to improve the education system.

How to use Drastic

Used to describe changes or actions that are very strong or severe. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'drastic' as 'drastic measures' in a movie where heroes take extreme actions to save the day.

Related words

Collocations with Drastic

• drastic measures
• drastic changes
• drastic differences
• drastic action
• drastic reduction

Synonyms for Drastic

• extreme
• severe
• radical
• significant
• serious

Opposites of Drastic

• mild
• gentle
• subtle

Common mistakes with Drastic

• Confusing with 'drastic' versus 'drastic changes' - the word is stronger when used with context.
• Using 'drastic' in a positive sense, when it usually describes negative changes.
• Misplacing 'drastic' in sentences, often forgetting it needs a context.

Frequently asked questions about Drastic

What does Drastic mean?

Very serious or extreme

What is the definition of Drastic?

Severe or extreme in effect or action.

How do you use Drastic in a sentence?

The company made drastic cuts to reduce expenses.

Can you give another example of Drastic?

Her drastic behavior surprised everyone at the party.

What are synonyms for Drastic?

Common alternatives include extreme, severe, radical, significant, serious.

What is the opposite of Drastic?

Opposite meanings include mild, gentle, subtle.

What words go with Drastic?

It commonly pairs with drastic measures, drastic changes, drastic differences, drastic action, drastic reduction.

What are common mistakes when using Drastic?

Confusing with 'drastic' versus 'drastic changes' - the word is stronger when used with context. Using 'drastic' in a positive sense, when it usually describes negative changes. Misplacing 'drastic' in sentences, often forgetting it needs a context.

How do you pronounce Drastic?

US: //ˈdræstɪk//, UK: //ˈdræstɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Drastic?

Used to describe changes or actions that are very strong or severe. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.

What CEFR level is Drastic?

"Drastic" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.