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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perjury | the voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing |
| besmirch | to cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| frail | easily led into evil |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| grisly | inspiring horror or intense fear |
| consort | associate |
| cherubic | an order of angels see celestial hierarchy |
| marginal | written or printed in the margin of a page or sheet |
| catholic | roman catholic |