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.

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WordMeaning
arablefit for or used for the growing of crops
artifactsa usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object
opprobriumsomething that brings disgrace
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
shrewdmarked by clever discerning awareness and hardheaded acumen
recessthe action of receding : recession
epiloguea concluding section that rounds out the design of a literary work
plenarycomplete in every respect : absolute
disjunctiona sharp cleavage : disunion
limnto draw or paint on a surface