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
alloythe degree of mixture with base metals : fineness
immobilitynot moving : motionless
kaleidoscopean instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
coincidencethe act or condition of coinciding : correspondence
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
disarraya lack of order or sequence : confusion
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
lista simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
probea slender medical instrument used especially for exploration (as of a wound or body cavity)
opprobriumsomething that brings disgrace