: extreme in effect or action : severe or serious
The situation calls for drastic measures/action.
drastic cuts/reductions in spending
Maybe we should try something less drastic first.
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“Drastic.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/drastic. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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