English / phrase
A Drastic Departure from Something
MEANING IN ENGLISH
A radical shift or sharp deviation from established norms, traditions, or conventional systems.
In context
01
Transitioning entirely to biometric contactless payments was a drastic departure from traditional banking methods.
02
Eliminating paper receipts in favor of digital confirmations marked a drastic departure from our standard retail routine.
Synonyms
radical shift,sharp divergence,dramatic break
Antonyms
continuation,standard practice,adherence to tradition
Collocations
mark a drastic departure,represent a drastic departure,a drastic departure from tradition