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    ex·pe·di·ent
    /ikˈspēdēənt/

    adjective

    • 1. (of an action) convenient and practical although possibly improper or immoral: "either side could break the agreement if it were expedient to do so"

    noun

    • 1. a means of attaining an end, especially one that is convenient but considered improper or immoral: "the current policy is a political expedient"

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  2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › expedientExpedient Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    The meaning of EXPEDIENT is suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance. How to use expedient in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Expedient.

  3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishEXPEDIENT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    EXPEDIENT definition: 1. helpful or useful in a particular situation, but sometimes not morally acceptable: 2. an action…. Learn more.

  4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › expedientExpedient - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    Use expedient when you want to hint that a particular solution or strategy has certain benefits and advantages but is not completely fair. However, expedient can also be used as a noun to describe something practical for a particular purpose.

  5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishEXPEDIENT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    An expedient is an action that achieves a particular purpose, but may not be morally right.

  6. www.dictionary.com › browse › expedientEXPEDIENT Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    tending to promote some proposed or desired object; fit or suitable for the purpose; proper under the circumstances: It is expedient that you go. Synonyms: profitable, advantageous, desirable, appropriate, advisable. Antonyms: disadvantageous. conducive to advantage or interest, as opposed to right.

  7. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryEXPEDIENT | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    EXPEDIENT meaning: 1. helpful or useful in a particular situation, but sometimes not morally acceptable: 2. an action…. Learn more.

  8. en.thefreedictionary.com › expedientExpedient - definition of expedient by The Free Dictionary

    1. fit or suitable for the purpose; proper; advisable: It is expedient that you go. 2. conducive to advantage; governed by self-interest; advantageous. n. 3. a handy means to an end.

  9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishexpedient noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of expedient noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  10. en.wiktionary.org › wiki › expedientexpedient - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

    Jun 2, 2024 · expedient (comparative more expedient, superlative most expedient) Suitable to effect some desired end or the purpose intended . Most people, faced with a decision, will choose the most expedient option.

  11. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishEXPEDIENT | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

    EXPEDIENT definition: 1. An expedient action achieves a useful purpose, although it may not be moral: 2. the quality of…. Learn more.