The editorial criticizes the draconian measures being taken to control the spread of the disease.社论批评了为控制疾病蔓延而采取的严苛措施。Britain's draconian libel laws have a chilling effect on free speech.英国严苛的诽谤法使言论自由大打折扣。The government has imposed draconian penalties for anyone found in possession of illegal drugs.政府对被发现私藏毒品的人施以严厉的惩罚。