drastic /ˈdræstɪk/ adjective Learner's definition of DRASTIC
[more drastic; most drastic]
: extreme in effect or action : severe or serious极端的；激烈的；迅猛的 -
The situation calls for drastic measures/action.形势要求采取断然措施/行动。
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drastic cuts/reductions in spending开支的大幅削减
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Maybe we should try something less drastic first.也许我们应该先尝试一下不太刺激的事情。
— drastically
/ˈdræstɪkli/ adverb -
In recent years, the town's population has declined drastically. [=(more commonly) dramatically]近年来，这个城市的人口急剧减少。
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The neighborhood has drastically changed.这个街区发生了巨大变化。