GRE Word List

EXPEDIENT

suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance

The meaning of the word expedient is suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance.

Random words

WordMeaning
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
congruencethe quality or state of agreeing, coinciding, or being congruent
bentunenclosed grassland
premisea proposition antecedently supposed or proved as a basis of argument or inference
volitionthe power of choosing or determining : will
havenharbor
partisana firm adherent to a party, faction, cause, or person
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
cordialshowing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval
exultto be extremely joyful : rejoice