drastisch
Translation
drastic, severe, radical
Examples
Die Regierung ergriff drastische Maßnahmen.
The government took drastic measures.
Die Preise sind drastisch gestiegen.
The prices have risen drastically.
Grammar Patterns
drastic + noun (attributive) 'drastic ~' The government took drastic measures.
as an adverb 'drastically' The prices have risen drastically.
Similar Words
Synonyms: radical, severe, rigorous; Antonyms: moderate, mild
Etymology
From Greek 'drastikós' (effective, active), related to 'drama'.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'drastic'; they are cognates with the same meaning. Imagine a drama with drastic events.