draconian

Meaning

Synonyms

Draconian

very harsh

Frequency

43k
Pronounced as (IPA)
/dɹəˈkəʊ.ni.ən/
Etymology

From Latin Dracō (stem Dracōn-) + -ian, from Ancient Greek Δράκων (Drákōn), after the Athenian lawmaker Draco, known for making harsh laws. See δράκων (drákōn, “dragon”).

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