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Definition of Expedient
1. Noun. A means to an end; not necessarily a principled or ethical one.
Generic synonyms: Agency, Means, Way
Specialized synonyms: Make-do, Makeshift, Stopgap, Crutch, Improvisation, Temporary Expedient, Last Resort, Pis Aller
Specialized synonyms: Make-do, Makeshift, Stopgap, Crutch, Improvisation, Temporary Expedient, Last Resort, Pis Aller
2. Adjective. Serving to promote your interest. "Was merciful only when mercy was expedient"
Also: Advantageous, Convenient, Politic, Useful, Utile
Similar to: Advantageous, Opportunist, Opportunistic, Timeserving, Carpetbag, Carpetbagging
Derivative terms: Expedience
Antonyms: Inexpedient
Similar to: Advantageous, Opportunist, Opportunistic, Timeserving, Carpetbag, Carpetbagging
Derivative terms: Expedience
Antonyms: Inexpedient
3. Adjective. Appropriate to a purpose; practical. "In the circumstances it was expedient to express loyalty"
Definition of Expedient
1. a. Hastening or forward; hence, tending to further or promote a proposed object; fit or proper under the circumstances; conducive to self-interest; desirable; advisable; advantageous; -- sometimes contradistinguished from right.
2. n. That which serves to promote or advance; suitable means to accomplish an end.
Definition of Expedient
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Expedient
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