How to Pronounce Drastically

To pronounce "drastically", say DRAST-ic-ally — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

DRAST-ic-ally

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💡 Tip for remembering “drastically”

"drastically" has 3 syllables: drast-ic-ally. It rhymes with enthusiastically and sarcastically, if that helps it stick.

What does drastically mean?

adverb

  1. To a drastic degree.

    “This recession has been drastically different.”

  2. In a drastic manner.

    “Lisa always wore shorts and a T-shirt, which clashed drastically with her brother's thick winter coat.”

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Words that rhyme with drastically

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enthusiasticallysarcasticallyfantastically

Related words

sharplyvehementlyseverelystronglystrongvigorouslyaggressivelydramatically

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "drastically"?▾

"Drastically" has 3 syllables: drast · ic · ally.

What does "drastically" mean?▾

Drastically: To a drastic degree.

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