drastic
adj[usu attrib 通常作定语]
1 having a strong or violent effect 激烈的; 猛烈的; 烈性的
Drastic measures will have to be taken to restore order. 为恢复秩序必须采取严厉措施.
2 very serious 极严重的: a drastic shortage of food 食物的严重匮乏.
By 1820 the population of New York had grown to about 125,000, making it the largest city in the USA.
到1820年,纽约市的人口增长到12。5万人左右,使它成了当时美国最大的城市。
Second, if your friends have problems, do not give advice. Ask questions instead, such as What do yo want? How do you feel about it? What are you afraid might happen? They will be able to find answers to any problems themselves, with your support. They