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- Dictionaryexpedient/ɪkˈspiːdɪənt/
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 possibly improper or immoral: "the current policy is a political expedient"
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EXPEDIENT definition: 1. helpful or useful in a particular situation, but sometimes not morally acceptable: 2. an action…. Learn more.
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.
Expedient definition: tending to promote some proposed or desired object; fit or suitable for the purpose; proper under the circumstances. See examples of EXPEDIENT used in a sentence.
An expedient is an action that achieves a particular purpose, but may not be morally right.
EXPEDIENT meaning: 1. helpful or useful in a particular situation, but sometimes not morally acceptable: 2. an action…. Learn more.
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adj. 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.
The adjective expedient describes something that provides an easy way to achieve a goal or result, but it's not necessarily a moral solution. Politically expedient means something you do to advance yourself politically.
Sep 23, 2015 · EXPEDIENT definition: 1. An expedient action achieves a useful purpose, although it may not be moral: 2. the quality of…. Learn more.
Definition of expedient adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
