what is a draconian?
<answer> Draconian is an adjective meaning great severity, that derives from Draco. <context> Draconian is an adjective meaning great severity, that derives from Draco, an Athenian law scribe under whom small offenses had heavy punishments (Draconian laws). Draconian may also refer to: Draconian (band), a death/doom metal band from Sweden; Draconian, a computer game released in 1984