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
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
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randoma haphazard course
berserkan ancient Scandinavian warrior frenzied in battle and held to be invulnerable
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
militantengaged in warfare or combat : fighting
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
enterprisea project or undertaking that is especially difficult, complicated, or risky
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use