expedient

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- \ik-ˈspē-dē-ənt\
- /ɪkˈspiː.di.ənt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- \ik-ˈspē-dē-ənt\

Definitions of expedient word

noun expedient (of an action) Convenient and practical, although possibly improper or immoral. 2
noun expedient useful means 2
adjective expedient appropriate, convenient 1
countable noun expedient An expedient is an action that achieves a particular purpose, but may not be morally right. 0
adjective expedient If it is expedient to do something, it is useful or convenient to do it, even though it may not be morally right. 0
adjective expedient suitable to the circumstances; appropriate 0

See all 12 definitions of expedient

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Parts of speech for Expedient

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Full grammatical hierarchy of Expedient

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 83% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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Synonyms for expedient

adjective expedient

convenient — If a way of doing something is convenient, it is easy, or very useful or suitable for a particular purpose.
practical — of or relating to practice or action: practical mathematics.
useful — being of use or service; serving some purpose; advantageous, helpful, or of good effect: a useful member of society.
beneficial — Something that is beneficial helps people or improves their lives.
advantageous — If something is advantageous to you, it is likely to benefit you.

noun expedient

means — to have in mind as one's purpose or intention; intend: I meant to compliment you on your work. Synonyms: contemplate.
method — a procedure, technique, or way of doing something, especially in accordance with a definite plan: There are three possible methods of repairing this motor.
device — A device is an object that has been invented for a particular purpose, for example for recording or measuring something.
manoeuvre — a planned and regulated movement or evolution of troops, warships, etc.
maneuver — a planned and regulated movement or evolution of troops, warships, etc.

All 55 Synonyms of expedient

Antonyms for expedient

adjective expedient

altruistic — If your behaviour or motives are altruistic, you show concern for the happiness and welfare of other people rather than for yourself.
inappropriate — not appropriate; not proper or suitable: an inappropriate dress for the occasion.
disadvantageous — characterized by or involving disadvantage; unfavorable; detrimental.
impossible — not possible; unable to be, exist, happen, etc.
unfeasible — capable of being done, effected, or accomplished: a feasible plan.

noun expedient

permanent — existing perpetually; everlasting, especially without significant change.

All 17 Antonyms of expedient

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