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US/ˈdræs.tɪk.li/
UK/ˈdræs.tɪk.li/
in a very strong and sudden way that has a big effect
In context
The company drastically reduced its prices to attract more customers.
Sales dropped drastically after the new competitor opened across the street.
Working conditions in the two factories are drastically different.
Words that go with drastically
adverb + verb
- drastically reduceWe must drastically reduce our spending this quarter.
- drastically cutThe airline drastically cut the number of flights.
verb + adverb
- change drasticallyCustomer habits changed drastically during the past year.
- drop drasticallyPrices can drop drastically in the off season.
- increase drasticallyCosts increased drastically after the supplier raised its fees.
adverb + adjective
- drastically differentThe two reports reach drastically different conclusions.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Prices fell drastic last month.Correct: Prices fell drastically last month.