draconian
US /drəˈkoʊ.ni.ən/
UK /drəˈkəʊ.ni.ən/
形容词
严厉的, 苛刻的
of laws or their application) excessively harsh or severe
示例:
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The new government implemented draconian measures to curb inflation.
新政府实施了严厉的措施来抑制通货膨胀。
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Many criticized the draconian laws on freedom of speech.
许多人批评了关于言论自由的严厉法律。