Draconian

ENZH

What Does Draconian Mean?

  • 严酷的
  • 苛刻的
  • 残忍的

Draconian Pronunciation

/drəˈkoʊniən/

Draconian Definition

adjective

Definition

Relating to laws or rules that are extremely harsh and severe.

In ZH

与极其严厉和苛刻的法律或规则有关。

How to Use Draconian in a Sentence

  • The government enacted draconian measures to curb the protests.
  • Many people believe that the penalties for minor crimes are draconian.
  • In times of crisis, leaders may resort to draconian tactics to maintain control.
  • The company's draconian policies led to widespread dissatisfaction among employees.
  • The draconian laws on censorship limited freedom of speech.